The Chicago Hellfire Club (CHC) and The 15 Association

Early in November of 2025, the Leather Archives and Museum (LA&M) opened its first public display of a small portion of the Chicago Hellfire Club (CHC) archives. This history includes a relationship with The 15 Association. A reception opened the exhibit during CHC Associate Applicant Weekend (AAW) at the LA&M in Chicago. AAW is similar to the 15’s Anniversary Weekend with play parties and a banquet.

The exhibit Bound by Brotherhood: The Enduring History of the Chicago Hellfire Club is displayed through February 1, 2026. See leatherarchives.org.