Free DuSable Museum event to honor Steppin' pioneer DJ Sam Chatman

CHICAGO (WLS) -- ABC 7 is celebrating Black History Month.

A free event Thursday at the DuSable Black History Museum is highlighting a Chicago contribution to Black culture.

DJ Sam Chatman and ABC7's own Samantha Chatman joined ABC7 Thursday to talk about "Steppin through History."

Chicago DJ who coined phrase 'Steppin' explains why dance is big part of Black history

The free event takes place from 6-8 p.m. at the DuSable Black History Museum, 740 East 56th Place. For more information, click here.