The Making History Awards pay tribute to the positive and enduring impact of some of our city’s extraordinary leaders.
We look forward to saluting our outstanding honorees while supporting the History Museum and its mission to “share Chicago stories” through a vast collection of artifacts, innovative exhibits, public programs, tours and web-based outlets.
2025 Honorees
Martin Cabrera, Jr., The Marshall Field Making History Award for Distinction in Corporate Leadership and Innovation
Susan Crown, The Daniel H. Burnham Making History Award for Distinction in Visionary Leadership
The Honorable Rahm Emanuel, The Harold Washington Making History Award for Distinction in Public Service
Steppenwolf Theatre, The Theodore Thomas Making History Award for Distinction in the Performing Arts
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About Chicago History Museum
The Chicago History Museum cares for, showcases, and interprets millions of authentic pieces of Chicago and U.S. history. Their ability to illuminate the past is a reminder of what really happened once upon a time, and sheds light on the present while informing our future.
With more than 20 million authentic artifacts, the Chicago History Museum stands at the crossroads of our city’s – and America’s – past and future. The Museum offers unique, innovative and informed glimpses into our shared history and continues to evolve and adapt to our world’s changing needs, with a number of digital resources including online exhibitions, virtual tours, and a host of educational materials for the whole family that reach a global audience in the millions.
For more information on Chicago History Museum, please visit https://www.chicagohistory.org.