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Join us for the Great Chicago Fire Gala, a very special fundraising event commemorating the 150th anniversary of this defining moment in Chicago history. In-person and virtual opportunities are available. All participants will enjoy a fascinating program by Ellie of ElliePresents, who will portray Mrs. Catherine O'Leary sharing her struggles - immigrating to the United States from Ireland as a young bride, settling in Chicago, starting her modest dairy business, and the dramatic impact the myth of the fire had on her life.
IN-PERSON EVENT - SOLD OUT!
$250 per person
5:30pm - Cocktail hour, passed hors d’oeuvres, and mini-tours of Glessner House
6:30pm - Dinner (Herb crusted beef tenderloin, pan seared salmon, or garden vegetable ratatouille)
7:45pm - Dessert and program by ElliePresents
VIRTUAL EVENT
$125 per person
7:30pm - Recorded program by Geoffrey Baer
7:45am - Program by ElliePresents
Dessert and a special gift will be shipped to each virtual attendee in advance of the event
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Glessner House, 1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, United States
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