Cook County Historical Society asks county for increased operating support as professional staff expands
The Cook County Historical Society requested roughly $79,000 in county support for 2026, an increase from roughly $72,000, citing growing professional staff, rising preservation costs and plans to complete restoration of the Chippewa City Church.
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The Cook County Historical Society asked the county on Oct. 21 for an increase in its 2026 operating allocation, seeking roughly $79,000, up from about $72,000 in recent years, citing the transition to professionally trained staff and rising preservation costs.
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