Pritzker Military Museum & Library

Pritzker Military Museum & Library Debuts New Exhibit, "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home"

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is proud to announce its newest exhibit, "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home", which chronicles the conflict from an American perspective primarily through illustrations of figures, battles, and landscapes.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is proud to announce its newest exhibit, "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home", which chronicles the conflict from an American perspective primarily through illustrations of figures, battles, and landscapes.
  • "We are thrilled to bring this intriguing exhibit to the Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML).
  • Like our mission, it provides an in-depth look at how the war impacted the times in which citizens and soldiers lived," stated Interim PMML President Roberto Bravo.
  • Info: For more information on "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home," visit the website www.pritzkermilitary.org .

Col. Jennifer Pritzker Named Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally Award Recipient

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Chicago, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises is pleased to announce its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally award recipient during the Foundation’s annual Heroes & History Makers celebration on October 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

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  • Chicago, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises is pleased to announce its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally award recipient during the Foundation’s annual Heroes & History Makers celebration on October 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
  • Hidden Heroes encourages military caregivers to connect to resources and inspires individuals and organizations to support military caregivers in their communities.
  • She is also the founder of three non-profits: Pritzker Military Foundation, TAWANI Foundation, and the Pritzker Military Museum & Library.
  • The gift, which will be payable over four years, will support the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s caregiver programs and community outreach.

JCC CHICAGO PRESENTS, "GROWING HOPE" AT GALLAGHER WAY - A FREE CONCERT FOR CHICAGOLAND STUDENTS HOSTED BY - TIKTOK SUPERSTAR MONTANA TUCKER

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JCC Chicago, in partnership with the Chicago Cubs, will present the "Growing Hope" concert, free to Gen Z students, at Gallagher Way outside of Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.

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  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JCC Chicago , in partnership with the Chicago Cubs, will present the "Growing Hope" concert, free to Gen Z students, at Gallagher Way outside of Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.
  • The "Growing Hope" concert aspires to create core memories for more than 3,000 youth by engaging them through unforgettable sounds and stories.
  • The visceral demonstration of difference combined with the fusion of sounds and styles will serve as a powerful example of unity and hope.
  • Tik Tok superstar and Emcee of the Growing Hope concert, Montana is an award-winning singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, social media force, and philanthropist.

Pritzker Military Museum & Library Names Three Women Veterans as Recipients of the 2023 Citizen Soldier Award

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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Chicago, July 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2023 Citizen Soldier Award: 1st Lieutenant Bette Horstman (Retired), Chief Warrant Officer 5 Candy Martin (Retired), and Brigadier General Wilma Vaught (Retired).

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  • Chicago, July 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2023 Citizen Soldier Award: 1st Lieutenant Bette Horstman (Retired), Chief Warrant Officer 5 Candy Martin (Retired), and Brigadier General Wilma Vaught (Retired).
  • The awards will be presented at the 2023 annual Liberty Gala on Saturday, November 4, as the PMML continues to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
  • The recipient must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces,  guard or reserves, and is either active or honorably discharged.
  • “We take pride in honoring and recognizing three resilient women with our most prominent award during our 20th year as an organization,” stated Pritzker Military Museum & Library Founder Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired).

TAWANI Property Management’s Pritzker Military Archives Center Won Illinois Real Estate Journal Commercial Real Estate Award

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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Chicago, June 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Property Management’s (TPM) Pritzker Military Archives Center (PMAC), which is owned by the Pritzker Military Museum & Library, was presented with one of Illinois Real Estate Journals’ 2023 Commercial Real Estate Awards during a reception on June 1 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago hotel.

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  • Chicago, June 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Property Management’s (TPM) Pritzker Military Archives Center (PMAC), which is owned by the Pritzker Military Museum & Library, was presented with one of Illinois Real Estate Journals’ 2023 Commercial Real Estate Awards during a reception on June 1 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago hotel.
  • Leslie Stern, TPM Project Manager; Michael LaRue, TPM Facilities Manager; and Roberto Bravo, PMML Senior Director accepted the award.
  • “TAWANI Property Management was honored to work on this project and help bring Col. Jennifer Pritzker and Helmut Jahn’s vision to formation,” said TAWANI Property Management Chief Operating Officer of Real Estate, Kimberlee Carr.
  • To view the list of 2023 Illinois RE Journal finalists, please visit this link .

Norwich Announces the Winner of 2023 Colby Military Writers’ Award

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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Colby Award winners receive a $5,000 author honorarium provided through the generosity of the Chicago-based Pritzker Military Foundation, on behalf of the Pritzker Military Museum & Library.

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  • Colby Award winners receive a $5,000 author honorarium provided through the generosity of the Chicago-based Pritzker Military Foundation, on behalf of the Pritzker Military Museum & Library.
  • Stanley will be formally presented with his award and honorarium during the Norwich University Military Writers’ Symposium, Oct. 10 through Oct. 11, 2023, at the university’s Northfield, Vermont, campus.
  • Finalists for the 2023 Colby Award included “The Black Joke: The True Story of One British Ship’s Battle Against the Slave Trade,” by A.E.
  • The Colby Award, named for the late ambassador and former CIA director William E. Colby, began at Norwich University in 1999.

Pritzker Military Museum & Library Announces Four New Board Directors

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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Chicago, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library‘s (PMML) Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Elisabeth Pennix, Carla Knorowski, Terrell Odom and Joe Heins as additional Board Directors.

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  • Chicago, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library‘s (PMML) Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Elisabeth Pennix, Carla Knorowski, Terrell Odom and Joe Heins as additional Board Directors.
  • “We are excited to add four highly skilled professionals to our board of directors,” said Pritzker Military Museum & Library President, Dr. Krewasky A. Salter.
  • “The PMML is thrilled to welcome Commander Pennix, Dr. Knorowski, Dr. Odom and Mr. Heins as Board Directors,” said Susan Rifkin, Pritzker Military Museum & Library Board Director and Chief Operating Officer of Philanthropic Activities.
  • “Each of these individuals has an extraordinary background that is in alignment with the Museum & Library’s core values and mission.

Pritzker Military Museum & Library to Celebrate 20th Anniversary with An Expanded Suite of Experiences for Everyone

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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Chicago, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) will celebrate its 20th anniversary by offering more diverse programming, exciting conversations, a new series of traveling exhibits, and an expanded suite of experiences for all audiences.

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  • Chicago, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) will celebrate its 20th anniversary by offering more diverse programming, exciting conversations, a new series of traveling exhibits, and an expanded suite of experiences for all audiences.
  • To kick off this momentous year, the Museum & Library is unveiling a new brand look and logo.
  • The logo mark is designed to reflect the PMML’s aim to connect with everyone - from long-time scholars to first-time explorers.
  • “As we celebrate twenty years of the Pritzker Military Museum and Library, it is exciting to see many aspects of the PMML come to fruition,” said Pritzker Military Museum & Library President, Dr. Krewasky A. Salter.

Pritzker Military Museum & Library to Celebrate Black History Month with Free Virtual Programs and Resources

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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Chicago, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of Black History Month, the Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) will host free virtual events exploring the history of African Americans in the military.

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  • Chicago, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of Black History Month, the Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) will host free virtual events exploring the history of African Americans in the military.
  • In addition, the PMML’s Holt Oral History Program will highlight five African American service members throughout the month.
  • “While the Pritzker Military Museum & Library will continue our journey to present all areas of American history throughout the entire year, we are pleased to be hosting a concentration of programs highlighting the African American military experience during Black History Month,” said Pritzker Military Museum & Library President, Dr. Krewasky A. Salter.
  • “These programs are designed to enlighten us about the military contributions and sacrifices African American men and women made while serving our great nation.

Pritzker Military Museum & Library to Celebrate Service Members During November with Special Events

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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We are proud to recognize our servicemen and women and the sacrifices theyve made to protect this great nation, said Pritzker Military Museum & Library Founder, Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired).

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  • We are proud to recognize our servicemen and women and the sacrifices theyve made to protect this great nation, said Pritzker Military Museum & Library Founder, Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired).
  • On Nov. 10, at 1 p.m., the Pritzker Military Museum & Library, in partnership with Pets for Vets Chicagoland chapter and the American Veteran Service Dog Academy, will host Service Dogs for Veterans: Learn How Canine Companions Serve Veterans.
  • Veterans Day is a special day to express gratitude to the soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines and coast guardsmen that have served this country, said Pritzker Military Museum & Library President, Dr. Krewasky Salter.
  • The Pritzker Military Museum & Library aims to increase the publics understanding of military history, military affairs, and national security by providing a forum for the study and exploration of our military - past, present, and future - with a specific focus on their stories of service, sacrifices, and shared values.