Calumet Heritage Events Series
Explore the Calumet region with engaging
events from CHP throughout the year! For other events check
out the Calumet Heritage Area Calender!
Upcoming Events
CHP Annual Meeting
The Calumet Heritage Partnership will hold its Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at Steve’s Lounge 13200 S. Baltimore Avenue Chicago, IL 60633. Doors open for the meeting at 6:45, with the meeting itself to begin at 7:00 pm.
The meeting is open to all, though only those who are members at the time of the meeting can vote during the short business meeting portion of the evening. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Calumet Heritage Partnership, memberships may be paid at the door on January 23. Individual memberships are $10.00 with discounted rates for seniors and students.
The agenda for the meeting will include:
- President's Report on the work on the Partnership in 2019
- Plans for 2020
- Election of 2020 Board and Officers
- Revision of the Bylaws (See below)
- The 2020 Calumet's Most Endangered List presented by Brad
Miller, Indiana Landmarks
- An opportunity to share your organization’s successes and announce upcoming events and initiatives
The CHP Board of Directors has undertaken a significant review and revision of the organization’s bylaws. A PDF indicating all the changes to the bylaws to be voted on by the membership at the annual meeting is available on our website at
http://www.calumetheritage.org/2020bylaws.html
Second Exhibit in the Calumet
Voices/National Stories Series Opening Opening January 31

Calumet: The Land of Opportunity Exhibit opening
Soon
Calumet Voices, National Stories exhibit series

Grit. Passion. Resilience. Might. Discover
things you never knew about the Calumet region, from the people
who know it best. Experience the second installment in the
four-part Calumet Voices, National Stories exhibit series
and uncover the hidden gems that make this region an American
treasure.
More information.
Past Events
20th Annual Calumet Heritage Conference

Calumet Music Heritage
October 19th, 2019
Steve's Lounge 13200 S. Baltimore Avenue Chicago, IL 60633
Explore the Calumet's musical heritage through presentations
by experts about past and present regional music scenes, as well
as performances by musicians from the Calumet region.
Morning conference presentations will showcase:
- Country Music
- R&B/Soul - Keynote presentation by
Robert Pruter
- The Gary Music Scene
- Singing Men of Steel
- Reggae and Ska
- Jazz
In the afternoon we will experience the living
musical heritage of the Calumet through performances
by musicians from across the region.
Registration includes continental breakfast, lunch,
an afternoon of live music, and just released
Calumet Heritage Area-branded swag!
Reigster Now
More
Information
Calumet Voices/National Stories Exhibit

The first of four exhibits in the Calumet Voices/National Stories
exhibit series opens June 28, 2019 at the Historic Pullman Foundation/Pullman
National Monument Visitor Information Center. For more information
see our
Calumet Voices/National Stories exhibit
page.
Calumet Outdoors July: Heritage to Action Along Chicago's
Little Calumet River
Riverdale is
one of Chicago's southernmost community areas, with the Little
Calumet River winding through its southern reaches. Often
negatively portrayed for the presence of waste treatment and
disposal facilities, Riverdale is actually home to forest
preserves and neighborhoods with proud environmental histories.
On this walk, we'll hear from 3 local voices. First, we will
meet at Beaubien Woods and hear Fatimah Al-nurridin talk
about her 3 years of involvement in the stewardship of south
side preserves. Walk over to Altgeld Gardens Homes and meet
Cheryl Johnson of People for Community Recovery on the early
days of the environmental justice movement and PCR's plans to
lead the community into a renewable energy future. Then end our
walk with Deloris Lucas in the Golden Gates neighborhood
who will share how We Keep You Rollin and other initiatives of
the homeowners association promote residents' health through
exercise, clean air, and easier access to nature.
This is a free event, all are
welcome, no registration necessary.
When: July 20th, 10:00am-Noon
Where:
Beaubien Woods Meet at the north end of the Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve we
will park along the entrance road, S. Doty Ave, directly across
from Carver Military Academy's athletic field.
S Doty Ave
Chicago, IL 60633
41.655521, -87.587437
With any outdoor activity,
it is encouraged to dress for the weather, wear appropriate
shoes, apply sunscreen, and bring ample water.
The Calumet Heritage partnership Board
In Conjunction with the Chicago Park District
Invites You to the Dedication of the Acme
Steel Bells and Ingot Mould
Saturday
July
13, 2019
Starting
at
11:00 A.M.
at Steelworker’s Park
3100
E. 87th St. Chicago, Illinois
This is a free event! No registration required.
There will be a dedication ceremony. Feel free to bring a picnic
and stay, connect
with old friends, climb the ore walls, visit the art
installation by the ore walls, or just put up your feet and
enjoy!
There will be a designated area for your grilling pleasure. You
may bring a tent.
Remember the area has few trees so it can be very hot. Please
wear a hat, bring
water, sunscreen, and bug spray.
If you want to climb the ore walls, you may register on site.
Cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children. A waiver will be
signed on site. Credit / Debit cards, no cash.
Flyer (PDF)
CHP Supports Lakeshore People's Museum Heritage Pop-Up Event
CHP is proud to sponsor the Lakeshore People's Museum latest pop-up event. This pop-up museum brings together people, memorabilia, and stories. A letterman jacket, letter from a soldier, a grandmother’s quilt or childhood doll – these pieces of our heritage come with important stories that can be shared across generations. Come see family treasures, hear stories, and enjoy food on June 20, 1-3 p.m. at the Genesis Towers, 578 Broadway Ave, Gary, IN.
Who We Are: The Lakeshore People’s Museum, a group of
Northwest Indiana non-profits in partnership with the United
Urban Network, includes the Calumet Heritage Partnership,
Artopia Arts and Crafts Cultural Academy, the Field Museum, and
the Welcome Project at Valparaiso University.
Flyer Connect with the event on
Facebook.
Calumet Outdoor Series June 2019: Hear
and Touch the Outdoors, Brunswick Park
"

Welcome the summer with a couple
of guided sensory experiences in urban
nature. Kay Westhues will lead a sound walk raising our awareness
of the range, subtlety, and distribution of sounds around us. Mario
Longoni will help us with "tree ID that does not use the eyes. This
is a free event, all are welcome, no registration necessary.
When: June 15th, 10:00am-11:30am
Where: Brunswick Park, 700 Clark Rd,
Gary, IN 46406
*With any outdoor activity, it is encouraged to dress
for the weather, wear appropriate shoes, apply sun screen, and bring
a water bottle.
Calumet Outdoor Series May 2019
Sacred Wanderings Walk
Connecting nature, spirit, and community.
Walks will be moderate and as long or as short as folks want.
Bring a reading to share that speaks to your spiritual connection
to nature in Spring. It can be a poem, a reading, a piece of scripture,
or your own musings—whatever moves you to go outdoors to find solace
and peace.
Naturalist Kim Swift and artist Sam Love are facilitating the
hike. All are welcome to join and share. No registration necessary.
When: May 19th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Where: Miller Woods, 100 N Lake St, Gary, IN 46403
*With any outdoor activity, it is encouraged to dress for the
weather, wear appropriate shoes, and bring a water bottle.
Calumet Outdoor Series April 2019 Event
Hike the Preserves: Interpretive Hike
Join the Forest Preserves of Cook County for a free interpretive
hike through the Plum Creek Meadow to learn about the ecology that
can be found in the southwest corner of the Calumet Heritage Area.
WHEN: 10:00 AM Saturday, April 20
WHERE: Burnham Ave &
223rd St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411 United States
Any questions regarding the hike, call: 708-386-4042 Or email: experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
*With any outdoor activity, it is encouraged to dress for the
weather, wear appropriate shoes, and bring a water bottle.
Calumet Outdoor Series March 2019 Event
Spring Wellness in the Woods Hike
Join Forest Preserves of Cook County for a Wellness in the Woods
hike to celebrate the arrival of spring in the Calumet region! This
is a free, instructor-led event which is designed to show attendees
how to workout outdoors and how to access the forest preserves to
do so. All fitness levels are welcome.
WHEN: March 16th, starting at 1:30PM.
WHERE: Sand Ridge Nature
Center (15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL 60473)
For any questions or concerns please call: 708-868-0606 or email:
sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
*With any outdoor activity, it is encouraged to dress for the
weather, wear appropriate shoes, and bring a water bottle.
2017-2018 Events
2016 Events