Trailblazers Who Shaped Chicago's History

Retired educator Beth Sair celebrates the visionaries who shaped Chicago into the city we know today. From social reformer Jane Addams and fearless activist Ida B. Wells to innovator Aaron Montgomery Ward and groundbreaking architect Jeanne Gang, these trailblazers left an enduring legacy on Chicago’s history and identity. ADA Accommodation Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event. Registration Required This program requires you to register. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event. This program requires you to register.