Caldwell’s Legacy

New curriculum and film highlight the legacy of Billy Caldwell

A new Native American curriculum and documentary film explore the life and legacy of Billy Caldwell, a leader and diplomat of the Potawatomi Nation in the 19th century. The resources aim to educate students and the public about Caldwell’s efforts to secure land and protect his people amidst U.S. westward expansion. The project sheds light on an often-overlooked figure in Chicago’s history.