Eager to return to the dark secrets and dramatic turns of Downton Abbey? Can’t wait for the fifth season premiere in January 2015? Join us for a very special event – An Evening Celebration of Downton Abbey – at the Chicago History Museum on December 16 to preview the first episode on the big screen before it airs on WTTW11.

Season 5 kicks off in 1924. The United Kingdom has its first Labor Party prime minister. The radio is the latest miracle of the age. And Downton’s traditional ways are besieged on all fronts. This season will follow plot threads left dangling from last season, including Lady Mary’s courtship contest, Lady Edith’s trials as a secret single mom, Thomas’s scheming against Bates, Robert’s battles against modernity, Tom’s quest to be true to his ideals, Violet’s one-line zingers, and much more.

For a $60 WTTW membership or donation, you’ll receive an invitation and reservation to this fabulous event! Seats for this exclusive event will go very quickly so make your reservations online today! WTTW and Chicago History Museum members receive $20 off reservations. You can get as many reservations as you like.

Please note that there are no physical tickets for this event. Your online confirmation will grant you entrance to the event, and we will have your name and number of seat reservations on a door list on the evening of December 16. 

Tickets for this event are currently not available.