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Artifacts Offer Behind-the-Scenes Look at Alexander Hamilton

How real is the man portrayed in Lin-Manuel Miranda's award-winning show?

Aired 11/07/2016 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

Artifacts Offer Behind-the-Scenes Look at Alexander Hamilton

Clip: 11/7/2016 | 6m 57sVideo has Closed Captions

How real is the man portrayed in Lin-Manuel Miranda's award-winning show?

The runaway hit musical "Hamilton" is playing to sold-out shows in Chicago. We show you some original artifacts pertaining to Alexander Hamilton housed here in the city.

Aired 11/07/2016 | Rating NR

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