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11/10/2024

Three guest curators were invited to explore and bring a fresh perspective to the Illinois State Museum in Lockport's nearly 100-year-old collection of Illinois and regional artists.

10/30/2024

Illinois State Museum Lockport Gallery:

New Exhibit Opening
November 7, 2024 - February 22, 2025

ISM-LOCKPORT GALLERY
201 West 10th Street
Lockport, IL 60441
(815) 838-7400

Tue-Sat: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

10/09/2024

Remembering the Great Chicago Fire of 1871: Lessons in Resilience and Rebuilding

On this day in 1871, the Great Chicago Fire broke out, marking one of the most significant disasters in American history. The fire began in the barn of Patrick and Catherine O’Leary on the evening of October 8 and raged for two days. Fueled by dry conditions, strong winds, and wooden structures throughout the city, the blaze consumed approximately 3.3 square miles of Chicago.

The disaster resulted in the tragic loss of around 300 lives and left more than 100,000 residents homeless. Despite the devastation, the people of Chicago demonstrated incredible resilience. The city embarked on a massive rebuilding effort, leading to advancements in urban planning, construction practices, and fire safety regulations.

The Great Chicago Fire serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of building strong, resilient structures and the role that proper planning plays in safeguarding our communities. As we reflect on this historical event, we are reminded of the significance of safety standards and the continuous need to improve the ways we protect our homes and cities.

10/03/2024

Thanks for visiting JJCFA, we’ll see you in November.

10/02/2024

🧹✨ Happy Custodial Worker Recognition Day! ✨🧹

Today, we want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on our incredible custodial staff! Their hard work and dedication keep facilities clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.

09/15/2024

PUDE, PUEDO Y PODRE,
LLOPONA,
PEPO COBARAT
JAMAS.

09/15/2024

Sweet @ Savory 2024

09/13/2024

What a suprise and delight when Philip Juras visits the gallery on Friday the 13th.

06/08/2023

04/07/2022

Ketanji Brown Jackson has been confirmed as the first Black female justice of the Supreme Court.

Vice President Kamala Harris, the first Black woman to hold the position and one of just 11 Black senators in American history presided over the vote.

The final vote was made by Raphael Warnock, the pastor of Martin Luther King's church.

This means a lot. It means a lot for civil rights, for justice, for progress, for African Americans, for women, and for the future of our fragile democracy.

I feel great. I’ve missed crying happy tears.

03/30/2022

03/27/2022

There's a great free documentary about the Chicago World's Fair on YouTube, and it's narrated by Gene Wilder. Check it out. 🎡

Subscribe for more great movies: http://pixelfy.me/JansonSubscribeNarrated by Gene Wilder, this film explores the world of 1893 through a cinematic visit to ...

03/24/2022

Job Opportunities at Pullman National Monument

Come work with Pullman National Monument!
Help us tell stories that matter . From transportation history, labor history, civil rights and urban planning Pullman National Monument has it all. If you would like to be part of telling and interpreting rich stories, we have temporary job announcements open for GS 5 Park Ranger (Interpretative) at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/644349000 Don't wait; announcement is open to the first 100 applicants or until Thursday 03/31/2022 whichever comes first.

03/16/2022

The Women's L Project Map

It appears to be a standard Chicago L map but look closely and you'll see that it's quite different.

Stops are renamed for women.

There are activists and artists, scientists and social reformers, physicians, educators and more.

Some of the women are well-known. All should be.

Chicago's L train stops renamed for women

03/16/2022

Myrla Baldonado immigrated to the US, settling in Chicago and working as a home care worker. On the job, she was the victim of physical and emotional abuse and paid only $5/hour. With her experience as an organizer, she began working for the Latino Union of Chicago where she focused on improving the working and living conditions of domestic workers.

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Sweet @ Savory 2024

Ales trails and rails Heritage Corridor

#AlesTrailsAndRails #Lockport #IllinoisMichiganCanal #IllinoisStateMuseumLockportGallery #SaturdayService #MetraHeritageCorridor

Waiting for it, 16th & Halsted. Chicago Heights Illinois. 9/9/2024.

When Angel shows up with the quinceanera. We can’t wait to see the photos. #CollectionsCameo2024

“Such a cool museum. Small, yet really beautiful. The building is historic. There's art. It's along the I&M. And the greeter, Nancy, ensures you feel like you're part of the picture. Out back, walk the I&m trail, and keep your eyes peeled for the Great White Egret who hangs out in the canal right behind the museum. This was my first visit, and I'll be back for sure.” Melanie Holmes #CollectionsCameo2024

Yes sireeee!

Starting mid-August, Chicago’s Blue, Green, and Orange Line trains will be wrapped in vibrant murals celebrating democracy, diversity, and Chicago’s cultural heritage. This initiative, led by graphic designer and artist Bob Faust, is titled *Track(ed) Changes: Democracy Runs Through Our Neighborhoods*. The project involves works from artists like Brandon Breaux, Kristoffer McAfee, Noel Mercado, and youth from Urban Gateways. Described as “moving murals” by officials, these artistic train wraps are part of a citywide effort to bring civic-minded public art to Chicago’s neighborhoods, including Humboldt Park, West Loop, Woodlawn, and Uptown. The neighborhood murals will also highlight themes of democracy and civic duty, while honoring Chicago’s Blues and House music legacies. #chicago #trainart #murals #culturalheritage #MovingMurals

On this day in 1920, the 19th amendment was ratified, allowing SOME women the right to vote. It wasn’t until 1965 that women of color and OTHER minority groups were granted the right to vote. There is still WORK to do! #19thAmendment #FeministFuture #IntersectionalFeminists #Vote #ReproductiveJustice