When investigating the mysteries of Chicago’s past, it’s helpful to examine the physical evidence. From a jersey worn by Michael Jordan to a relic of the Great Chicago Fire and the guns used in the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, these talismans chronicle the city’s tragedies and triumphs. Author Joseph Gustaitis explores Chicago’s history through fifty carefully chosen objects, a collection that includes a Harold Washington campaign button, stockyard knives, a Ferris Wheel memento, and Nelson Algren’s typewriter.

SHOW & TELL! Author Joseph Gustaitis will be bringing some of his 50 objects to show during the Zoom session and invites participants to bring their own significant objects to share with the group.

Offered in collaboration with the Edgewater Branch Library. When you register, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with the link to this program on Zoom.