Partner Event | Dave Truitt Historical Film Series: Lincoln is Crying

Join us for a free screening of Lincoln Is Crying: The Grifters, Grafters & Governors of Illinois. A scathing and funny indictment of politics in the Land of Lincoln. The documentary is a timely cautionary tale from filmmakers John Davies and Brian Kallies that presents a humorous and sad look at the pervasive, deep-rooted culture of political corruption in Illinois. 

A panel discussion moderated by reporter Mike Flannery will follow the screening, featuring:

• Media consultant Delmarie Cobb
• Lincoln is Crying executive producer, writer, and director John Davies
• Better Government Association president and CEO David Greising
• Chicago Tribune reporter Gregory Pratt

Free; RSVP required. 

Schedule 

12:30 p.m. - Reception 
1:00 p.m. - Film Screening 
2:30 p.m. - Panel Discussion 
 

Lincoln Is Crying and the Dave Truitt Historical Film Series are underwritten exclusively by Dave Truitt 

Questions? Contact Nell McKeown, development events manager, at mckeown@chicagohistory.org or (312) 799-2112