Click on any entry in Barry Bradford’s Speaking Schedule for full details.

Chicago History

Events

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

  • Houdini Death

    1926 Time Capsule – America 100 Years Ago

    Zoom

    What was happening in America exactly 100 years ago? In this annual installment of the popular Time Capsule series, historian Barry Bradford transports audiences back to 1926— the roaring heart of the Jazz Age. It was a year of glamour … Continue reading →

    $5
  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – March 2026 Current Events (NSSC)

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    Once a month, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions … Continue reading →

    $5
  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – March 2026 Current Events (PM)

    Zoom

    Once a month, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about … Continue reading →

    $5

  • The Chicago Cubs – 1876 – 1945

    Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    During dismal errors of repeated failure of the Chicago Cubs, fans were often heard to exclaim "Anyone can have a bad century!" After World War II, the Cubs were, generally, a very bad baseball team! However, in this fascinating, one-of-a-kind … Continue reading →

  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – April 2026 Current Events (PM)

    Zoom

    Once a month, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about … Continue reading →

    $5
  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – April 2026 Current Events (NSSC)

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    Once a month, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions … Continue reading →

    $5

  • The Chicago Cubs – 1945 – 2016

    Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

      In the first half of the 20th century, the Cubs were one of the mightiest teams in baseball—a perennial pennant contender despite not winning the World Series since 1908. The second half of baseball's 20th century entrenched a memorable … Continue reading →

  • The Best Movies Shot In Chicago = The Fugitive

    The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago

    Rolling Meadows Library 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL, United States

    “Best Movies Shot In Chicago” Chicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation, we will examine film clips and hear stories about some of the best movies shot … Continue reading →