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    Werkz in the Archive: Taking Play Seriously

    Chicago Footwork, public housing, and creating a new archive from movement and Play.

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    ‘How can we make it livable for all?’

    This Out of the Archives podcast episode digs into the environmental ramifications of demolition and redevelopment through stories from public housing resident narrators.

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    Your gift means so much

    Your support makes it possible for the National Public Housing Museum to share vital stories, at a time when historical accountability and civic imagination are more important than ever.

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    Songs to help you travel with style

    A soundtrack from Reginald Robinson, a virtuoso ragtime pianist and former resident of the Henry Horner Homes.

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    Local Muralist Liz Flores Visits Seniors to Talk Art and Offer a Special Giveaway

    Liz Flores, a local muralist whose work can be seen all over Chicago, recently shared her story, and some art, with seniors at the National Public Housing Museum.

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    ‘We ate good!’

    In this Out of the Archives podcast episode, seven public housing resident narrators recount stories about sharing in community.

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