Cultural Workers

Aug. 28, 2026

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Chicago History Museum workers ratify first union contract

Chicago History Museum workers have ratified their first-ever union contract, with 96% of voting members voting Yes to approve an agreement that delivers raises, stronger benefits and new protections on the job.

Chicago History Museum workers ratify first union contract

Aug. 21, 2026

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CPL branch staffed by AFSCME members opens at Obama Center

When President Barack Obama announced plans to build the Obama Presidential Center (OPC) in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood nearly a decade ago, he made a clear distinction between the project and previous presidential libraries.

CPL branch staffed by AFSCME members opens at Obama Center

Jun. 03, 2026

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American Library Association workers win their AFSCME union in overwhelming vote

Employees of the American Library Association – seeking job security, stable benefits, better pay, more professional development, and a voice in the workplace – have voted to form their union with AFSCME Council 31.

American Library Association workers win their AFSCME union in overwhelming vote

May. 27, 2026

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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago workers ratify first union contract

Employees of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Chicago won major improvements to wages and retirement plans, their first-ever parental leave policy and more in their first union contract.

Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago workers ratify first union contract

Chicago History Museum employees at a rally outside the museum.

May. 18, 2026

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NLRB issues complaint against Chicago History Museum

The National Labor Relations Board’s Chicago Regional Director has issued a formal complaint against the Chicago History Museum over a rash of anti-union actions taken by the museum’s former president, Donald Lassere, and former head of human resources Shatierra Parks.

NLRB issues complaint against Chicago History Museum