15 Best Chicago History Blogs to Follow in 2026

1. Chicago History Museum Blog

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Description This blog features posts from various members of the Museum's staff who share their professional expertise and insight on Chicago history as well as our exhibitions and programs. The Chicago History Museum is a place of learning, discovery, creativity, and, well, history.MORE Email ****@chicagohistory.org
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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2. Chicago History Today

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Description ...BECAUSE THERE'S MORE TO IT THAN JUST A FIRE
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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3. The University of Chicago Press Blog » History

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Description Smart and timely features from our books and authors
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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4. Chicago Public Library Blog

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Description Search the catalog, browse recommendations, place holds, and renew titles. Check out eBooks and use online resources. Donor-powered Library programs and resources make a real difference across our city, expanding access to information, resources, and lifelong learning opportunities for Chicagoans of all ages and stages of life.MORE Email ****@chipublib.org
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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5. The Newberry

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Description Dispatches from the Newberry stacks, where millions of historic items are ready to be discovered—and blogged about.
Email ****@newberry.org
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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6. Chicago Tribune » History

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Description All latest articles about History from The Chicago Tribune.
Email ****@chicagotribune.com
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Facebook 722.4KTwitter 1.1MInstagram 261.1K Domain Authority 92 Get Email Contact Read Now

7. Art Institute of Chicago

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Email ****@artic.edu
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Facebook 611.9KTwitter 372.2KInstagram 823.3K Domain Authority 81 Get Email Contact Read Now

8. Choose Chicago Blog » Architecture & History

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Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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9. Chicago Bungalow Association Blog » History

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Email ****@chicagobungalow.org
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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10. Local Architecture Chicago Blog

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Description Discovering historic architecture outside of Chicago's Loop
Location Oak Lawn, Illinois, United States
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11. L Stop Chicago History Blog

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Description Chicago is filled with a fascinating history that touches everything from baseball to candy companies. Learn more about Chicago on our blog page!
Email ****@lstoptours.com
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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