Long before MGM adapted The Wizard of Oz, Chicago had already brought a musical version to life on stage.

Long before Hollywood dominated the industry, early filmmaking in Chicago was taking shape in surprising ways. Discover how The Tramp and the Dog (1896) reveals the city’s first steps into this new medium.

Ever stumble upon a hidden gem in an antique mall? This Blues Brothers find might spark your curiosity about Hollywood publicity movie stills.

Look for 2 monuments devoted to the founder of Memorial Day in our short video on The Trial of the Chicago 7.

Walk virtually around the birthplace of Delta Airlines, and learn about the company's links to Chicago and in-flight entertainment.

In this roundtable discussion, a podcaster, a blogger, and a tour guide discuss how they record Chicago's past and present film history.