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The DuSable Museum of African American History is just one of a raft of Black institutions on the brink of financial ruin at a time when its role in culture is more essential than ever.
“The lines just got longer during the pandemic,” said one owner. “People want something they can’t make at home.”
The Perseid Meteor Shower is back. An expert explains how you can see them in the Chicago area.
The Nerdette Recaps crew is back together! Join Tricia, Greta and Peter as they revisit classic ’90s cinema. First up: 1995’s ‘Clueless.‘
The Nerdette Recaps crew is back together! Join Tricia, Greta and Peter as they revisit classic ’90s cinema. First up: 1995’s ‘Clueless.‘
On Illinois’ only natural shoreline, two midcentury bathhouses sit unused, largely because their beach is being washed away from erosion.
Nerdette talks with advice columnist Heather Havrilesky about self-doubt, cinnamon rolls and making friends during a pandemic.
The local bluesman will perform in a new livestream concert and conversation series “At Home Chicago Blues,” which kicks off Thursday night.
Nostalgia movies with the Nerdette crew? Yes, please.
This year’s inductees include a human rights lawyer who provided volunteer services during the AIDS crisis and a photographer for “Gay Chicago Magazine.“