The exhibit is based on a recently-published book by self-professed rink rat Tom Russo. Russo served as exhibit content writer and shared his personal photos and memorabilia with the museum for the exhibit. The Elmhurst History Museum tapped into its collection and received numerous loaned artifacts from the roller skating community to share in the exhibit. Visitors will explore "Chicago Rink Rats" through engaging first-person video accounts and archival footage from skaters, rare photos, artifacts, and memorabilia. Museum patrons will encounter an eclectic array of items from skating jackets and gear to competition medals, rink decals, posters, memorabilia, and more.