65th Anniversary Legacy Awards Dinner — Celebrate The DuSable’s 65th Anniversary

65 — Anniversary Legacy Awards Dinner. Celebrate The DuSable’s 65th Anniversary.

October 2, 2026 · 6–9 PM The Metropolitan Club · Chicago

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The DuSable · Since 1961

Celebrate The DuSable’s 65th Anniversary

Join The DuSable in commemorating 65 years of preserving our shared history, inspiring generations, and serving as a vital center for education, scholarship, and community engagement since its founding in 1961.

During this evening of celebration, we will reflect on the legacy built over six and a half decades and look forward to a bold vision of the future.

This special event will also recognize two extraordinary honorees, Attorney Ben Crump and Clayco, for their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to advancing justice, expanding economic opportunity, and strengthening community.

“Will it be, as it should be, some act, some service or some deed that will ensure that you will be remembered on and into eternity for life’s game? I ask you. What will your legacy be?”
Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs
An evening of celebration

Event Overview

Date
Location
The Metropolitan Club, Oak Room
233 S Wacker Dr, 67th Floor
Chicago, IL
Agenda
6:00–7:00 PM Reception
7:00–9:00 PM Dinner and Program
Be part of the celebration

Please Join Us

Join us for an evening of celebration and community, commemorating the Museum’s enduring legacy and bold vision for the future. We look forward to honoring this historic milestone with you.

Proceeds from the Legacy Awards Dinner will support The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, ensuring that Black history continues to educate, inspire, and empower future generations.

Tables & Sponsorships

If you are interested in purchasing a table or sponsoring The DuSable Legacy Dinner, please contact Katie Craig and The DuSable:

Katie Craig katie@p2consultinginc.com
The DuSable info@dusablemuseum.org
Leadership. Advocacy. Community.

Meet the Honorees

Ben Crump
The Gladiator Award

Ben Crump

Civil Rights Attorney

The Gladiator Award honors a national advocate whose work embodies courage, truth-telling, accountability, and an unwavering fight for justice.

The award will be presented to Ben Crump, renowned civil rights attorney and founder of Ben Crump Law PLLC. Crump’s firm remains devoted to advocating for the voiceless, regardless of when or how they have been harmed. The firm has represented the families of Trayvon Martin, Ahmaud Arbery, Martin Lee Anderson, and Breonna Taylor, helping them seek justice.

Bob Clark of Clayco
The Corporate Citizen Award

Bob Clark

Executive Chairman and Founder of Clayco

The Corporate Citizen Award recognizes a company and leader whose impact extends beyond profits, demonstrating an enduring commitment to community, responsibility, and shared prosperity.

This award will be presented to Bob Clark, Executive Chairman and Founder of Clayco. Clark has led efforts to launch the Clark Family Foundation and has served as a longtime trustee of several institutions, including the University of Chicago Medical Center, Loyola University Chicago, Saint Louis University, Washington University, and Central Institute for the Deaf.

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