UPCOMING EVENTS
Third Friday Presents: My Journey to the Wreck of the Titanic with Mark Lach
Friday, April 19th at 7:00pm
Friday, April 19th at 7:00pm
Mark Lach, creative producer of Titanic, The Exhibition reflects on his exciting and emotional dive to the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean and the wreck of the RMS Titanic. Lach will also take you on his creative journey, bringing the real story of Titanic to millions around the world through the creation of Titanic, The Exhibition.
From the Titanic wreck site at the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean to the Vatican’s private museums and libraries, to King Tut’s tomb in Egypt, Mark Lach has been inspired by unique adventures to shape the way visitors experience some of the world’s most popular traveling exhibitions.
In conjunction with the Bridgeport Art Center's Third Friday Open House, the Chicago Maritime Museum opens its doors for lively presentations on maritime history and current events each month. Come early and explore the Bridgeport Art Center's many art galleries. Join us on Friday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. either in person or virtually.
The special pricing is $5.00 for members and $10.00 for non-members. However, you might just consider joining the CMM for an annual membership of just $35, which provides unlimited visits, access to our monthly newsletter and special events such as the Third Friday maritime lecture series.
Join us at chicagomaritimemuseum.org or call us (773) 376-1982. We are located on the lower level of the Bridgeport Art Center at 1200 W 35th Street. Parking is free in the north lot.
From the Titanic wreck site at the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean to the Vatican’s private museums and libraries, to King Tut’s tomb in Egypt, Mark Lach has been inspired by unique adventures to shape the way visitors experience some of the world’s most popular traveling exhibitions.
In conjunction with the Bridgeport Art Center's Third Friday Open House, the Chicago Maritime Museum opens its doors for lively presentations on maritime history and current events each month. Come early and explore the Bridgeport Art Center's many art galleries. Join us on Friday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. either in person or virtually.
The special pricing is $5.00 for members and $10.00 for non-members. However, you might just consider joining the CMM for an annual membership of just $35, which provides unlimited visits, access to our monthly newsletter and special events such as the Third Friday maritime lecture series.
Join us at chicagomaritimemuseum.org or call us (773) 376-1982. We are located on the lower level of the Bridgeport Art Center at 1200 W 35th Street. Parking is free in the north lot.
Chicago Maritime Museum Debuts Two New Exhibits
Friday, May 17th 6:00pm-9:00pm
Friday, May 17th 6:00pm-9:00pm
The Chicago Maritime Museum announces the grand opening of two new permanent exhibitions on May 17, the most significant addition to the galleries since the museum opened in 2016.
The exhibitions focus on the Lady Elgin, the deadliest disaster on the open waters of the Great Lakes on a passenger trip from Milwaukee to Chicago in 1860, and on Chicago native, Captain Bill Pinkney, the first Black sailor to solo-circumnavigate the globe around the five Great Capes.
“These new exhibits represent the dedicated work of our expert curatorial and exhibit professionals,” says CMM Chairman Captain Dave Truitt, “While the museum will continue to engage our patrons with fresh, temporary maritime exhibits, the new permanent additions to our South Gallery signifies the completion of a museum we opened in 2016.”
The public opening will feature speakers, light refreshments, and time to explore the exhibitions. The debut coincides with the Bridgeport Art Center's monthly Open Studios event.
When: Friday, May 17th, 6-9pm
Where: Sculpture Garden space at the Bridgeport Art Center, 1200W. 35th St., Free parking in North Lot
The event is free, but there is a suggested $20 donation at the door to help support the mission, programming and operation of the Chicago Maritime Museum.
“These new exhibits represent the dedicated work of our expert curatorial and exhibit professionals,” says CMM Chairman Captain Dave Truitt, “While the museum will continue to engage our patrons with fresh, temporary maritime exhibits, the new permanent additions to our South Gallery signifies the completion of a museum we opened in 2016.”
The public opening will feature speakers, light refreshments, and time to explore the exhibitions. The debut coincides with the Bridgeport Art Center's monthly Open Studios event.
When: Friday, May 17th, 6-9pm
Where: Sculpture Garden space at the Bridgeport Art Center, 1200W. 35th St., Free parking in North Lot
The event is free, but there is a suggested $20 donation at the door to help support the mission, programming and operation of the Chicago Maritime Museum.