Discover the history of the innovations that emerged from the beautiful city of Chicago with Historian and Tik Tok star Shermann "Dilla" Thomas. Thomas will explore how Chicago played a major role in some of the biggest innovations in the country either by collective effort, or by individuals native to Chicago. Chicago themed snacks will be provided during the program. 

Dilla was named 2022 Chicago Tourism Ambassador of the Year by Choose Chicago, and was voted 2021 best Chicago Twitter and best Chicago Tiktok accounts by Chicago Reader magazine.

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