July 23, 2022

Chicago History Podcast Trivia Night!

Do you love Chicago history? How about trivia nights?

You can test your knowledge of the Greatest City in the World at the first-ever Chicago History Podcast Trivia night on Tuesday, August 2^nd, at 8pm at:

Lizard’s Liquid Lounge

3058 W. Irving Park Road in Albany Park.

Hosted by me, Tommy Henry, it is sure to challenge even the most hardcore Chicago history nerd.

Teams are limited to five players. Free to enter with drink specials and prizes awarded. Details at chicagohistorypod.com. We’ll see you there!

Episode 611 - Frances Glessner Lee, The Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death, and Crime Scene Investigation

You can view a full-sized model of Frances Glessner Lee's "Dark Bathroom" nutshell for free on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00am to 4:00pm through Friday, April 14, 2023 at Glessner House. Details here: https://www.glessnerhouse.org/ For more abou…

Episode 608 - Sundown Towns of Chicago

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