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If certified, the union would represent nearly 70 employees such as curators, librarians, designers, visitor services associates and maintenance technicians.

To receive free admission tickets, Illinois residents must reserve online in advance, the museum notes. The Chicago History Museum will also offer free entry to Illinois residents for the holiday.

One of Chicago’s most beloved historians, Sherman “Dilla" Thomas, is joining the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center.

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