1619: The Journey of a People, the Musical

Sun, 02 Nov, 2025 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm UTC-06:00

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center | Chicago

Ted Williams III
Publisher/HostTed Williams III
1619: The Journey of a People, the Musical
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The 1619 Musical has inspired audiences across the nation. Now, experience this phenomenal production at the DuSable Museum!
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1619: The Journey of a People

Using various musical forms, including hip-hop and jazz, this dynamic musical production commemorates the struggles, recognizes the heroes, and celebrates the story of America’s African sons and daughters.Using various musical forms, including hip-hop and jazz, this dynamic musical production commemorates the struggles, recognizes the heroes, and celebrates the story of America’s African sons and daughters.From the beginning of American slavery to the Reconstruction, the Great Migration, the Civil Rights Era and modern movements for justice,1619 packs generations of history into a two-hour musical theater experience that traces the African-American journey towards freedom and equality.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, 740 East 56th Place, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 44.52 to USD 71.21

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