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Ongoing Exhibits:
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Arlington Heights Historical Society:
The Power of Music: Photographic Portraits of
Americans and their Musical Instruments 1860-1915.
The images presented in this exhibit show the
personal side of music in America from 1860 to 1915. These intimate portraits,
studio and outdoor, amateur and professional, convey a pride and sense of
accomplishment, as well as a love of music. Civil War soldiers, cowboys,
farmers, vaudeville performers, and middle-class Victorians pose with an amazing
array of instruments -- stringed, brass, and woodwind.
(December 5-January 31)
Chicago Newberry
Library: With Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial
Exhibition. In addition to the Bible
upon which both President Lincoln and President Barack Obama took the Oath of
Office, there is a draft of the Gettysburg Address which is thought to be the
earliest copy, plus the contents of Lincoln's pockets on the night he was
assassinated. (ends 12/19/09)
June 6 - December 3,
2006: "Bejeweled
Bereavement: Mourning Jewelry -- 1765-1920"
Museum of Funeral Customs, 1440 Monument Avenue,
Springfield, IL 62702, 217-544-3480
Cecily Edwards of the University of Illinois-Springfield
Public History program, the exhibit's guest curator,
researched, created, and installed the exhibit as part of
her thesis project for earning her Master of Arts degree.
"Bejeweled Bereavement" examines the purpose and meaning
of mourning jewelry as memorial and as individual
expression of grief and loss. The exhibit includes
dozens of pieces to illustrate varying styles, designs,
and material utilized in the creation of mourning jewelry
from the second half of the 18th century through the
Victorian Era and following generation. The exhibit
is made possible through the loan of objects by Mr. Virgil
Davis of Springfield, IL, former funeral director who with
his late wife, Nancy, collected these and other funeral
and mourning material.
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September 15 - November 12, 2006:
"Historically Modern: Early to Mid-20th
Century Architecture in Beverly Hills and Morgan Park"
The Exhibit, with text and photos by historic preservation
consultant and Ridge County Historical Society board
member Jennifer Kenny, delivers a refreshing look at how
Chicagoans embraced or reacted to Modern architectural
design trends of the 10th century. While the Chicago
area has very few existing modernistic single-family
residential designs, examples of the Art Deco, Art Moderne,
International and Late Prairie styles were constructed in
architecturally rich Beverly Hills and Morgan Park between
1925 and 1965. |
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Closing 05/20/07:
Chicago Roots Music
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Cark Street, Chicago,
IL 60614-6038, 312-642-4600,
www.chicagohistory.org
This exhibition explores the city's ties to many
different musical genres; jazz, blues, and gospel styles
that migrated from around the country, to the folk music
and country sounds enjoying a revival today. |
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Closing 05/28/07:
Dior: The New Look
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Cark Street, Chicago,
IL 60614-6038, 312-642-4600,
www.chicagohistory.org
One of the nation's premier costume collections now has
a permanent gallery with the Museum's new 1,300
square-foot Costume and Textile Gallery. First on the
runway is an exquisite collection of ensembles by Parisian
designer, Christian Dior, exploring his "New Look"
collection from 1947-1957. |
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Ongoing: Chicago:
Crossroads of America
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Cark Street, Chicago,
IL 60614-6038, 312-642-4600,
www.chicagohistory.org
Explore Chicago's changing economy, challenging crises,
diverse neighborhoods, groundbreaking innovations, and
lively cultural scene. Wander through these galleries to
discover all of the legendary stories, from the Great
Chicago fire of 1871 to Riverview Park or the renowned
rivalry of the Cubs vs. Sox. |
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February 27 - April
15, 2007: "Your
Obedient Servants: The Block Document Collection of
Presidential Papers"
Vermilion County Museum, 116 North Gilbert Street,
Danville
Your Obedient Servants:
The Block Document Collection of Presidential Papers
is an exhibit of more than 40 signed presidential
documents and lithographs from the Madison to Coolidge
presidencies.
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SEPTEMBER
2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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3 |
7:30 |
The Battle of St. Mihiel: World
War I and Early Tanks Join Major Steve
Fixler (Ret) as he speaks on the World War I Battle of
St. Mihiel and its use of tanks. St. Mihiel was the
first time that the United States Army employed and
commanded its own tanks in combat (with George S. Patton
in command of a tank brigade). Major Fixler will outline
the preparations for St. Mihiel as well as explain the
battle and its aftermath. A tanker for his entire 25
years of service, Major Fixler knows all the roles of a
tanker , including driver, gunner, commander and company
commander. He will also share items from his personal
collection such as world War I tanker uniforms.
Free parking and admission. Doors open at 6:45 pm.
Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
RSVP recommended (630-260-8227) |
Cantigny
First Division Foundation 1s151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL |
Cantigny
First Division Foundation 1s151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
630-260-8227
www.FirstDivisionMuseum.org
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6-7 |
2 pm |
Prairie Celebration
Homestead Prairie Farm and woodworking shop will be open
for tours. More details to follow.
Free admission |
Homestead
Prairie Farm Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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12 |
6:30 - 11:30
pm |
Ridge Historical Society
Haunted Pub Crawl Private tour of four of
Chicago's famous taverns, known for their spirits. The
taverns selected will represent different locations in
the city, and different aspects of Chicago's history.
Admission: $50/members; $60/non-members
Snacks and beverages will be provided on the bus;
beverages and food in the pubs are not included in the
price, and alcohol is not permitted on the bus. |
Bus leaves
from Ridge Historical Society 10621 S. Seeley Avenue
Chicago |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 South Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com
www.ridgehistoricalsociety.org |
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1 pm - 3 pm |
Illinois State Historical
Society Centennial Awards
Each year, the ISHS honors corporations and
not-for-profit organizations that have provided a
century or more of service to Illinois.
Nominations for Centennial Awards are always
welcome!
The
2008 Illinois State Historical Society Centennial Awards
Reception will be held at the Governor’s Mansion in
Springfield on Saturday afternoon, September 13, 2008.
Since 1984 more than 1,100 Illinois
corporations have become Centennial honorees, ranging
from the Chicago White Sox and the AMEREN-Corporation to
the Auburn Citizen newspaper and Yorkville National
Bank. |
Governor's
Mansion
Springfield |
Illinois
State Historical Society
P O Box 1800, Springfield, IL 62701
217-525-2871
www.historyillinois.org |
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Plainfield Township Cemetery
Walk Raindate: September 21 |
Plainfield
Historical Society |
Plainfield
Historical Society 23836 West Main Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
815.436.6466 |
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18 |
7:30 -
9 pm |
Gone Before: Mourning in
Victorian America Learn about the customs
surrounding death and dying during the Victorian era
when Dennis Buck, curator of the Aurora Historical
Society's collections, presents artifacts and graphics
from the Society's collections to illustrate elaborate
Victorian funeral customs.
Admission: $5 for residents of Oswegoland Park
District
$9 for non-residents |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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21 |
2 pm |
The 1864 Charleston Riot
Join author and historian Peter Barry as he
tells the true story of a gunfight in Charleston,
Illinois, between Union troops and Southern sympathizers
known as “Copperheads”. Learn how this Civil War event
left nine people dead and what part Abraham Lincoln
played in the aftermath. There will be a book signing
after the programFree admission |
Auditorium
Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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AUGUST 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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3 |
2 pm |
Homestead Young'uns: Old Time
Cool Drinks for Hot Days Try some popular
drinks of the 1800s and see which ones you like. Learn
about history through tasting some drinks fo the era.
(All ages welcome!)
Free admission |
Homestead
Prairie Farm Stage Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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Illinois State Fair
begins |
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17 |
2 pm |
The Historic National Road: The
Road That Built The Nation Guest speaker
John Goldsmith, Executive Director of the National Road
Association of Illinois, will tell the story of this
famous road. Stretching over 600 miles from Maryland to
Illinois, it took over 30 years to build, but played a
major role in the settlement of our nation and Illinois.
Free admission |
Auditorium
Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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JULY 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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6 |
2 pm |
Homestead Young'uns: Milk,
Cream and Butter Hands-on cow milking and
butter churning activities for the kids. (All ages
welcome!)
Free admission |
Homestead
Prairie Farm Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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20 |
2 pm |
How did They End up in Mexico?
The Kickapoo Indians of IllinoisHands-on
cow milking and butter churning activities for the kids.
(All ages welcome!)
Free admission |
Auditorium
Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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JUNE 2006
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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2-3 |
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Spring Archaeology
and History Bus Trip |
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Illinois State Museum
502 South Spring St
Springfield, IL 62706-5000
www.museum.state.il.us
education@museum.state.il.us |
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3-4 |
9 am -
4 pm |
Sauk Chapter for
the Advancement of Illinois Archaeology Work Days at
Pringle School |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum 6422 Main Street
Union, IL
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McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org |
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6-10 |
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National
Genealogical Society Conference in the States 2006
http://www.esow2000.com/ngs |
Hyatt Regency O'Hare
Chicago, IL |
St. Clair County Genealogical Society
P O Box 431
Belleville, IL 62222-0431
SCCS Website |
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10 |
8:30 am - 4:00 pm |
Military History
Education Group
8th Annual Summer Conference
Registration: $55 (deadline June 5)
Gary Robert Matthews:
"The Second Kentucky Cavalry, CSA: Basil Duke and the
Evolution of Confederate Cavalry Tactics in the Western
Theatre"
Ray Mulesky:
"Thumder from a Clear Sky: Stovepipe Johnson's
Confederate Raid on Newburgh, Indiana"
Edward T. Cotham, Jr.:
"Sabine Pass: The Confederacy's Thermopylae":
Dr. John V. Cimprich:
"Fort Pillow During the Civil War" |
Yoder's Kitchen Banquet Facility
Arthur, IL |
The Military History Education Group
P O Box 560
Atwood, IL 61913
217-578-2262
bgregory@arthur.k12.il.us
MHEG Website |
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10-11 |
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Heritage Days
Demonstrations of Chores and Crafts,
Craft Activities (rope making, corn shelling, candle
dipping, bird houses), Andy and his Friends
(ventriloquist and juggler), Thunder and Lightning
Cloggers, Venedy brass band, Light Stepping Gang, Action
Auction, games for kids, turtle races, surrey rides,
bratwurst and kraut, German potato salad, barbeque whole
hog pork, hamburgers, hot dogs, corn-on-the-cob,
homemade pie and cake, hand-cranked ice cream, Flying
Kernels kettle corn and homemade potato chips, homemade
bread and butter. |
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Heritage House Museum
P O Box 305
Okawville, IL |
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17 |
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A Day of Discovery:
A Family History Workshop
Workshop Fee: $10
(includes lunch and workshop packet) |
The Burdick House
New Philadelphia, Pike County, Illinois |
New Philadelphia Association
Illinois State Museum
The McWorter FamilyContact:
Claire Martin
IL State Museum Research and Collections Center
1101 East Ash Street
Springfield, IL 62703
217-525-6236
claireiris@springnet1.com
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| 17 |
9:30 am - 3:30 pm |
Swedish Historical
Society of Rockford
Annual Midsommer Festival
Special dances,
specialty foods (Stockholm Inn Swedish pancakes), Nordic
Folkdancers of Chicago, Pippi Longstocking, Carl
Sandburg, craft demonstrations, tours of Erlander Home
Museum |
Erlander Home Museum
404 S Third St
Rockford
815-963-5559 |
Swedish Historical Society of
Rockford Contact:
Valerie Johnson, Event Chair
815-962-8333
Leah Nelson, Erlander Home Museum
815-963-5559 |
| 17-18 |
11:30 am - 4:30 pm |
Old Canal Days
"Journey into the Past"
Step back into the
19th Century
Visit with costumed pioneers sharing crafts and stories
Shop the country store
Bike or hike the canal towpath
Refreshments
available
Free admission
Donations welcome |
I & M Canal Commissioners Museum and
Will County Settlement 803
S. State Street
Lockport, IL
815-838-5080
Open House in the 1882 Wabash
Depot
from Symerton, IL |
Will County Historical Society
Blackhawk Chapter, National Railway
Historical Society |
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21 |
7 pm |
Perkins Hall
Players
"The KKK Comes
Looking for Members" |
Perkins Hall
at corner of
Garden Valley and Franklinville Roads |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org
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26 |
7 pm |
McHenry County Historical Society
Annual Meeting "Saving and
Restoring the Powers-Walker
Greek Revival Home"
Gail Drabant |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum 6422 Main Street
Union, IL |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org |
JULY 2006
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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9 |
10 am -
4 pm |
McHenry County
Historical Society
Annual Heritage Fair
Strolling Magic
Frances Mai-Ling Louie, Keyboard
Amazing Professor Marvel's Flea Circus
Quilt Bed Turnings with Children's, Crib and Doll Quilts
Magic Comedy of Freddy Fredricks
The Clef Hangers Barbershop Quartet
White Elephant, Used Books, Garden Glitz, and Vintage
Clothing sales
Pie-Baking Contest and Pie Slice Sale
Baked Goods Sale
Food Stand
Blacksmithing
Free Admission to
the Museum, "The James" Mobile Museum, Log Cabin, and
One-Room School |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum 6422 Main Street
Union, IL
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McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org |
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Oak Ridge
Cemetery 150th Anniversary Picnic Music, homemade root
beer and lemonade, kettlecorn, ice cream, baguettes and
cheese (bring your own wine), and MORE!
Bring your own picnic or order a boxed fried chicken
picnic to pick up on site |
Oak Ridge
Cemetery
Springfield, IL |
Sangamon County Historical Society
www.sancohis.org
schs@eosinc.com |
AUGUST
2006
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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08/21-09/09 |
8 am - 5 pm
Monday through Friday |
Your Obedient
Servants: The Block Document Collection of Presidential
Papers, an exhibit of more than 40 signed
presidential documents and lithographs from the Madison
to Coolidge presidencies.
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Williams & Associates Insurance
Company
401 East Poplar Street
Harrisburgcall
618-253-7165 for group tours |
Williams and
Associates Insurance Agency Lincoln Financial Advisors
Farmers State Bank
The Block Document exhibit is made
possible by a grant from the
Illinois Humanities Counci |
SEPTEMBER
2006
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
| 1-4 |
4 pm - 10 pm |
8th Annual Prairieland Chautauqua
"Movers and Shakers in Illinois"
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Jacksonville
Community Park |
Prairieland
Chautauqua 217-423-2423 |
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9 |
10 am - 1 pm |
Walk through Woodlawn:
Civil War Cemetery WalkJoin
us for a walk into the past as re-enactors in Blue and
Gray share the cemetery's permanent residents'
intriguing civil war stories.
Tickets: $5.00 |
Woodlawn
Cemetery Clinton |
For more information, contact:
Larry Buss
217-935-6066 |
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9 |
11 am |
ISHS Historic Marker Dedication:
Old Pioneer CemeteryFor
reserved seating, please respond to:
Ken_Crossley@byu.edu
or 801-798-9746
Documentation of Green Plains,
Levi Williams, William Warren Taylor, and the Old
Pioneer Cemetery, including aerial photographs taken
before and after the cemetery was plowed under, at:
http://webpub.byu.net/kvc |
Old Pioneer
Cemetery
Intersection of IL 96 and Hancock County Road 600
(9 miles south of Hamilton; 7 miles north of Lima) |
Illinois State Historical Society
www.historyillinois.org
Descendants of William Warren Taylor
www.taylorassociation.org
Mormon Historic Sites Foundation
www.mormonhistoricsites
foundation.org
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16 |
7:30 am |
President Ulysses Grant and a Galena
Tour Galena Architecture
Grant Home
Washburne Home
The Old Market Place
The Historical Society
Blacksmith Shop
Tickets: $75.00 |
Galena --
bus departs at 7:30 sharp from the Utica Museum |
LaSalle County Historical Society
Canal Street
Utica, IL 61373
815-667-4861 |
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16 |
7 - 9 pm |
Chicago
Tribune Columnist to speak at Beverly Arts Center
Storyteller, celebrated journalist and talk show host,
and author (Yesterday's Chicago and Sidewalks)
will tell neighborhood tales, answer burning questions,
and sign and sell his books. |
Beverly Arts
Center |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com |
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16-17 |
10 am
1 pm
3pm |
Old Union Cemetery Walk
Features "early" settlers and
prominent people of Logan County |
Old Union
Cemetery
Lincoln |
Logan County Historical Society
114 North Chicago Street
Lincoln, IL 62656-2729
217-732-3200
lcghs1@msn.com |
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17 |
2-4 pm |
Putnam County Historical Society
Annual Cemetery Walk This
cemetery was established in 1827 when Thomas Patterson
laid out Magnolia and dedicated land for a cemetery and
school. The land was recorded in 1836, and the
first burial of record was in 1842. Groups will be
escorted through the cemetery to visit historic
gravesites and hear stories associated with those
individuals as presented or portrayed by local citizens.
Refreshments will be served. |
Magnolia
Cemetery
Hennepin |
Putnam County Historical Society
Teresa Clasen
(815-925-7052) |
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21 |
7:30 - 8:30
pm |
The District
at 30! Through an interactive slide show, lecture,
spontaneous game play, and stylistic tour through the
30-year-old Ridge Historic District, Dr. Maureen
Gilligan, historian and RHS Board Member, reintroduces
community residents to the awesome historic resources in
our midst -- our homes, businesses, streets, and parks,
and discusses the history of the district, its national
importance, and how the district is distinguished from
others in Chicago and the world. |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue, Chicago |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com |
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23 |
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Aurora Cemetery Tour |
Aurora
Cemetery
Aurora |
Aurora Historical Society
P O Box 905
Aurora, IL 60507 |
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23-24 |
9 am - 5 pm |
September Tour of Historic Galena
Homes Hillside House
Ridd House
Fullington-Duffin Cottage
Fahrig-McGuire House
Daniel A Barrows House
Tickets: $12 |
History
Museum
Galena |
Galena - Jo Daviess County Historical
Society
211 South Bench Street
Galena, IL 61036
815.777.9129 |
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26-29 |
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Building Bridges:
Community, Collaboration, Celebration
Association of Midwest Museums, Illinois Association of
Museums, Iowa Museum Association
2006 Conference
|
Radisson
Quad City Plaza
111 East 2nd Street
Davenport, IA563-322-2200
|
Association of Midwest Museums,
Illinois Association of Museums, Iowa Museum Association
www.midwestmuseums.org |
OCTOBER 2006
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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1 |
10 am - 4 pm |
29th Annual Cider Festival
Featuring:
Throughout the day: Food stand and free admission to all
museum buildings, harvest skills demonstrations, apple
baked goods, used book sale, white elephant sale
11am - 1 pm Accordian music by Charlie B and Friends
Noon: Barn-raising demonstration
1 pm: antique tractor parade, displays and
contests
|
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum
6422 Main Street
Union, IL(off IL 176) |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180
815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org
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6-15 |
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Follow in the Footsteps of the
Pioneers: Cross Country Tour
Hosted by tour director and author
Frankye Craig, and guided by experts in the history and
geography of the Overland Trails, the adventure begins
at Independence, Missouri, where thousands of early
emigrants jumped off into the trackless wilderness. It
ends at Donner Lake, near Reno, Nevada, where the
unfortunate Donner Party became trapped in early winter
snow. Traveling by chartered luxury tour bus,
participants will visit the landmarks that greeted the
early overland travelers such as Chimney Rock,
Courthouse Rock, Scot's Bluff, Fort Laramie, South Pass,
Fort Bridger, and many more.
$1,995 per person, double
occupancy (all inclusive: meals, lodging, excursions,
and admissions). Does not include transportation
to and from Kansas City or Reno. |
Independence, MO to Reno, NV |
Frankye Craig
FrankyeEBD@aol.com
Frankye Craig
1735 Caughlin Creek Road
Reno, NV 89509
775-747-1130 |
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7 |
2 - 5 pm |
Dedication of the Eastland Gallery
and
Opening of its Inaugural Exhibit:
Disaster, Courage and Silence
$15 per person
(RSVP by 09/30/06)
(elevator available) |
Center for History
(A Facility of the Wheaton Historic Preservation
Council)315 West Front
Street, 2nd Floor
Wheaton |
Wheaton Historic Preservation Council
606 North Main Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
630-682-9472
info@wheatonhistory.com
www.wheatonhistory.com |
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8 |
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SCHS 10th Annual Cemetery Walk |
Oak Ridge Cemetery
Springfield |
Sangamon County Historical Society
www.sancohis.org
schs@eosinc.com |
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8 |
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37th Annual Burgoo Festival
Along with Burgoo Stew, a pioneer
dish cooked slowly over a wood fire, the Festival
includes over 200 craft and flea market vendors who sell
their wares on the streets of downtown Utica. |
Downtown Utica |
LaSalle County Historical Society
P O Box 278
101 East Canal Street
Utica, IL 61373
815-667-4861
museum@core.com |
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8 |
11:30 am - 4
pm |
Chicago Fire
Tour (Commemorating 135th Anniversary of the Chicago
Fire, October 8, 1871) Bus tour conducted by
independent Chicago Fire scholar, Herman Schell
The tour will depart from the RHS Seeley Avenue
entrance and proceed to the Chicago Fire Academy, site
of the O'Leary home, and the start of the 1871 fire, and
then follow the route of the fire through downtown
Chicago to approproximately North Avenue where Mother
Nature extinguished the fire.
$35 per person |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue, Chicago |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com |
|
10 |
7:30 pm |
Fry Talk on
Weber Addams Paul Fry, recognized as an authority on
the family of Jane Addams, will discuss Weber Addams,
the only brother of Miss Addams. |
Cedarville
Area Historical Society Museum (top of Second Street
hill west of Mill Street), Cedarville |
Cedarville
Area Historical Society P O Box 336
Cedarville, IL 61013
815-563-4485 |
|
13 |
6 pm |
ISHS
Centennial Awards Banquet
The 2006 Centennial Awards Banquet will be held on
Friday, October 13, at the Palmer House Hilton in
Chicago. Illinois businesses and not-for-profit
corporations celebrating their centennial years in 2006
will be honored, as well as those achieving their 125th,
150th, and 175th anniversaries. |
Palmer House
Hilton Hotel
Chicago, IL |
Illinois State Historical Society
www.historyillinois.org
wfurry@historyillinois.org
|
|
13-15 |
9 am - 3 pm |
9th Annual
Piatt County Barn and Historical Sites Tour featuring
Cerro Gordo Township:
Original site of Cerro Gordo, where a monument was
erected by Peck family descendants commemorating the
first hotel stagecoach stop and post office
Towns of Milmine and LaPlace will be included on this
historical tour along with family histories.
The barns in this part of the county are unique and
quite different from what has been offered in the past.
40 miles of Piatt Prairie, where visitors may view
centennial farms, pioneer cemeteries, country
businesses, old school sites, farms and barns
History books and maps will be sold at the Hope Welty
Library in Cerro Gordo |
Hope Welty
Library
100 South Madison
Cerro Gordo |
Piatt County
Museum 217-762-4731
www.piattcountymuseum.com
"Preserving the Piatt County Heritage" |
|
14 |
6 pm |
Will County
Historical Society Annual Benefit Dinner 6 pm
Cash Bar
6:30 pm Dinner
Program:
"Wells Corner Schoolhouse"
Dennis Reavis
Historic Dulcimer Music and Costumes
Tickets: $25.00 |
White Fence
Farm
1776 Joliet Road
Romeoville |
Will County
Historical Society 803 South State Street
Lockport, IL 60441
815-838-5080 |
|
18 |
7 pm and 8 pm |
Historic
Haunted Seance Watch or join us as the living
communicate with McHenry County Civil War soldiers and
their families.
Halloween refreshments afterwards in the West Harmony
one-room school |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum
6422 Main Street
Union, IL(off IL 176) |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180
815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org
|
|
19 |
7:30 - 8:30
pm |
Victorian
Clothing Hands-On Demonstration RHS Costume Chair Pat
McGrail and Board Member Carol Flynn lead a hands-on
presentation highlighting the extensive RHS Victorian
clothing collection and how it was worn, cared for, and
passed on to family members |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue, Chicago |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com |
|
20-21 |
9 am - 10 pm |
Center for
French Colonial Studies 200 Annual Meeting and
Conference Begins with Friday tour of Beaubien
Cemetery and Tavern on Ogden Avenue, and Beaubien House
in Lisle, and concludes with afternoon in French
archives at Newberry Library.
Mark Beaubien owned the Sauganash Hotel in Chicago
(1829-37) before moving to the Naperville-Lisle area,
and his older brother Jean-Baptiste (appointed agent of
the American Fur Company in 1818) had come from Quebec
and quickly became community leaders and key social
figures in budding Chicago.
Program on Saturday begins with registration at 8 am,
with a full day of fascinating presentations related to
the French Colonial era and concludes with a cash bar
and banquet. |
Naperville Holiday Inn Select |
Center for
French Colonial Studies History Department, CM321
North Central College
30 North Brainard
Naperville, IL 60540-4690
630-717-1822
630-637-5121 (fax)
bplebeau@noctrl.edu
Center for French Colonial Studies |
|
20-22 |
9 pm - 6 pm |
Autumn Drive
on Garden Valley Road Antiques, Arts & Crafts
Quilt raffle tickets and Gift Shop items will be sold
in Perkins Hall at the intersection of Garden Valley
Road and Franklinville Road |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum
6422 Main Street
Union, IL(off IL 176) |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180
815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org
|
|
21 |
5 pm - ? |
Haunted
Happenings in Kennekuk County Park Trail and Hayride
begin at dark
Guided Tours down the Haunted Trail
Hayride into Darkness
Games at the Laury Barn
Roast hot dogs (chips and soda also provided) |
Kennekuk
County Park 5 miles west of Danville on Henning Road |
Vermilion
County Conservation District 22296-A Henning Road
Danville, IL 61834
217-442-1691
vccd@vccd.org
www.vccd.org
|
|
21-22 |
9 am - 6 pm |
McHenry
County Conservation District's Trail of History
Go back to pre-settlement times and activities
Educational Trail Stop provided by the McHenry County
Historical Society on the way into the valley |
Glacial Park 6316
Harts Rd. in Ringwood, IL
(located off of Rt. 31
between the cities of McHenry and Richmond, IL) |
McHenry
County Conservation District 18410 US Highway 14
Woodstock, IL 60098
815-338-6223
http://www.mccdistrict.org/
|
|
22 |
1 - 3 pm |
Grand
Opening Celebration of Schmuhl School One-Room
Schoolhouse Ride in a Surrey with the Fringe on Top
Enjoy a Black Cow (Rootbeer Float)
Watch Old Fashioned Games
Enjoy Old-Fashioned Candy
Watch a Class in Session in Our One-Room Schoolhouse
View Old Cars & Tractors
Plus Lots of Other Surprises!
|
20733 South
Schoolhouse Road
New Lenox |
New Lenox
Area Historical Society 815-485-5576 |
|
25 |
1:30 pm |
Annual Quilt
Drawing and Program featuring Joan Harrison, Marengo,
and a "small quilt trunk show." |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum
6422 Main Street
Union, IL(off IL 176) |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180
815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org
|
|
28 |
11:30 am -
4 pm |
Battle of
Virden Monument Dedication Ceremony 11:30 am
Music and food
1 pm Welcome and Introductions, Music and Short
Speeches
1:45 pm Keynote Address
Cecil Roberts, President
United Mine Workers of America
2:15 pm Monument Unveiling
2:45 pm Reception |
Virden City
Park on the Square Virden is 20 miles south of
Springfield on IL 4. The City Park adjoins IL 4
and the monument is in the northeast corner. |
Mother Jones
Foundation P O Box 20412
Springfield, IL 62708-0412 |
|
28 |
5 pm |
21st Annual
Mother Jone's Dinner 5 pm Social Hour
6 pm Dinner
6 pm Program
"An Injury to One is an Injury to All"
Cecil Roberts, President,
United Mine Workers of America |
Knights of
Columbus Hall
2200 South Meadowbrook Road
Springfield, IL 62711 |
Mother Jones
Foundation P O Box 20412
Springfield, IL 62708-0412
Mettie Funk
217-652-0481
Terry Reed
217-789-6495
Jack Dyer
217-789-7000 |
|
30 |
11:30 am |
Mother Jones
Memorial Ceremony |
Mother Jones
Monument
Mt. Olive, IL |
Mother Jones
Foundation P O Box 20412
Springfield, IL 62708-0412 |
NOVEMBER
2006
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
16 |
7:30 - 8:30
pm |
Family Roots
Explore the secrets of finding your genealogy with new
resources, including internet sites and local genealogy
research centers and libraries. The session will
be led by Peg Kapustiak, president of the Tinley Moraine
Genealogy Society, and RHS Board Member, along with RHS
VP and genealogist Linda Lanberty, and includes handouts
with lists of resources. Bring along a family mystery to
solve and work one-on-one with a genealogist. |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue, Chicago |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com |
DECEMBER
2006
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
2 |
1 - 4 pm |
McHenry
County Historical Society Museum Open House Display of
post-WWII die cast metal collector's Midgetoys by author
and collector John Vayo.
Relive the 1950s and 60s aluminum Christmas tree
experience with Dave Harms "Lighted aluminum tree
forest"
At 3 pm, Jan Bosman will demonstrate how to save
unique memories of family, friends and food with a
memory cookbook (those attending are encouraged to bring
a recipe)
Last chance to view the exhibit "Marching Off -- Left
Behind: The Civil War Experience."
The 1867 Pringle School on River Road north of
Marengp will also be open |
McHenry County Historical Society
Museum
6422 Main Street
Union, IL(off IL 176) |
McHenry County Historical Society
P O Box 434
Union, IL 60180
815-923-2267
www.mchsonline.org
info@mchsonline.org
|
|
2 |
1 -5
pm |
Sacred
Spaces Architectural Historian Rolf Achilles presents
this tour through some of the area's most beautiful
sacred spaces, including the Chicago Temple, Quinn
Chapel AME, Temple Shalom, and the Baha'i House of
Worship in Wilmette
$45 ($40 Museum members) |
Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
2 |
Noon -
4 pm |
Christmas
Open House |
Prairie
Aviation Museum 2929 East Empire
Bloomington, IL 61702 |
Prairie
Aviation Museum 2929 East Empire
Bloomington, IL 61702
309-663-7632
309-663-8411 (f)
www.prairieavaiationmuseum.org
pamdc3@verizon.net |
|
2 |
8 pm -
midnight |
Mistletoe
Ball |
Turner Hall |
The Galena -
Jo Daviess County
Historical Society211 South Bench Street
Galena, IL 61036
815-777-9129
815-777-9131 (f)
www.galenahistorymuseum.org |
|
3 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along
the L: Brown Line Journey from downtown Chicago
through some of the most historic and beautiful
neighborhoods on the Northwest side.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
3 |
|
Christmas
Open House |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
Palatine |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847-991-6460 |
|
8 |
5 - 10 pm |
Candlelight
House Walk Tour 5 homes in Folkers' Estates, Coquille
Pointe, Butternut and downtown Frankfort, followed by
hors d'oeuvres and beverages at the Chamber of Commerce |
Frankfort
Area Historical Society Museum |
Frankfort
Area Historical Society P O Box 546
Frankfort, IL 60423
815-469-6541 |
|
10 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along
the L: Green Line - South This tour travels south from
the Loop down the history "Alley L" corridor to
Bronzeville, the Illinois Institute of Technology,
Museum Campus and Jackson Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
| 10 |
5:30 - 8:30
pm |
Union Hall
of Honor
Illinois Labor History Society
2006 Awards DinnerHonoring the Iron Workers on
their
110th Anniversary |
19th Century
Club 178 Forest Avenue
Oak Park |
Illinois
Labor History Society 28 East Jackson, Suite 1012
Chicago, IL 60604
312-663-4107 |
JANUARY
2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
6 |
1 -5
pm |
Public
School Murals Historian Bill Hinchliff leads an
exploration of the wealth of art hidden in Chicago
Public Schools, form historic WPA murals painted by
Lucille Ward to frescos by Edward Millman
$40 ($35 Museum members) |
Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
7 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along
the L: Brown Line Journey from downtown Chicago
through some of the most historic and beautiful
neighborhoods on the Northwest side.
Meet at the CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles
located within the 203 North LaSalle Street building.
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
14 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along
the L: Green Line - South This tour travels south from
the Loop down the history "Alley L" corridor to
Bronzeville, the Illinois Institute of Technology,
Museum Campus and Jackson Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
| 30 |
7:30 |
Special event honoring the legacy of Drs. Percy
and Anna Julian. Forgotten Genius, PBS NOVA
documentary /drama will be previewed in advance
of the premier on PBS February 6 at 8 pm.
The film chronicles the life of Percy, a renowned
scientist and social activist, and his wife Anna. The
Julians moved to Oak Park in 1950 and faced
discrimination, being African-American in a pre-
dominantly white community. The Julian's daughter,
Faith, still lives in the family home in Oak Park. She
will be among a panel of others sharing memories.
This is a FREE event and is being co-sponsored
by the Oak Park Public Library, The Oak Park Branch
of the NAACP, and the Oak Park/River Forest High
School Alumni Association.
|
Julian
Middle School |
Historical
Society of Oak Park and River Forest
Phone:(708)
848-6755
http://www.oprf.com/oprfhist/
oprfhistorymatters@sbcglobal.net |
FEBRUARY 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
1 - 12 |
|
Labor of Love
A special and
unique auction benefiting the Galena - Jo Daviess County
Historical Society |
|
The Galena -
Jo Daviess County
Historical Society211 South Bench Street
Galena, IL 61036
815-777-9129
815-777-9131 (f)
www.galenahistorymuseum.org |
|
15 - 17 |
|
Illinois History
Symposium |
Illinois State University |
Illinois State Historical Society
www.historyillinois.org
wfurry@historyillinois.org |
|
02/27-04/15 |
8 am - 5 pm
Monday through Friday |
Your Obedient
Servants: The Block Document Collection of Presidential
Papers, an exhibit of more than 40 signed
presidential documents and lithographs from the Madison
to Coolidge presidencies.
|
Vermilion
County Museum 116 North Gilbert Street
Danville |
Vermillion
County Museum Society 116 North Gilbert Street
Danville, IL 61832-8506
217-442-2922
fax 217-442-2001
http://www.vermilioncountymuseum.org/
susricht@aol.com
The Block Document exhibit is made
possible by a grant from the
Illinois Humanities Council |
| |
|
|
|
|
MARCH 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
4 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Brown Line Journey from downtown
Chicago through some of the most historic and beautiful
neighborhoods on the Northwest side.
Meet at the CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles
located within the 203 North LaSalle Street building.
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles
located within the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
11 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along
the L: Green Line - South This tour travels south from
the Loop down the history "Alley L" corridor to
Bronzeville, the Illinois Institute of Technology,
Museum Campus and Jackson Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
APRIL 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
1 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Brown Line
Journey from downtown Chicago through some of the most
historic and beautiful neighborhoods on the Northwest
side.
Meet at the CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles
located within the 203 North LaSalle Street building.
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
1 |
11 am - 2 pm |
Christian County Historical
Society
Opening Day Dinner and Wildflower Program
Roast pork, based potatoes, green beans, salad, rolls,
drink and dessert.
Art exhibit and presentation by Sue Robinson
$8.00 |
Christian
County Historical Society and Museum Taylorville, IL |
Christian
County Historical Society and Museum P O Box 254
Taylorville, IL 62568
217-824-6922 |
|
5 |
6:30-
8 pm |
Public Program: In the K/Now
In conjunction with the Public Square at the Illinois
Humanities Council, the Museum offers a monthly series
that explores the current issues faced by Chicago
residents as their environments change and grow under
the influence of diverse populations, cultures, beliefs,
and visions for an urban society.
April 5: Chicago and the Olympics
Admission is free. |
Meet at the
Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
12 |
6-9 pm |
ComEd Powers PLAY CHICAGO
Monthly concert series with 93XRT radio station and the
Chicago History Museum, featuring some of the best
artists in the local and national music scene.
April 12: The RedWalls
$15 ($20 at the door)
Ticket price includes a complimentary cocktail. Must be
21 or older to attend. |
Meet at the
Museum Doors open at 5:30 pm |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
14 |
9:30 am -
5:00 pm |
Bus/Trolley Tour: The Fox River
Valley Beginning at the Chain O'Lakes
region near the Wisconsin border, follow the path of the
Fox River Valley for more than fifty miles with WTTW
host Geoffrey Baer.
$75 ($65 Museum members)
Ticket price includes lunch. |
Meet at the
Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
15 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Green Line -
South This tour travels south from the Loop
down the history "Alley L" corridor to Bronzeville, the
Illinois Institute of Technology, Museum Campus and
Jackson Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
18 |
6:30-
8 pm |
Public Program: Chicago
Treasures This series focuses on Chicagoans
who have influenced/been influenced by Chicago. Through
conversations with distinguished guests, attendees get
an "insider's look" into the people who impact the
identity of the city. The program is hosted by Steve
Edwards, host of Eight Forty-Eight on WEZ.
$12 ($10 Museum members) |
Meet at the
Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
21 |
8 am -
2 pm |
LaSalle County Historical
Society's Centennial History Fair |
|
|
|
21 |
Noon -
3 pm |
Galena Trail and Coach Road
Society
Fourth Annual MeetingFeatured Speaker:
Ms. Kathryn Harris
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library
"Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad"
Senator Dale Risinger, Peoria
IDOT Signs along the Old Galena Trail
Lunch at 1 pm
$20
Additional program at 3:30 pm:
"An Outdoor Adventure along the
old Galena Trails"
A short hike with Park Naturalist, Dale Goodner,
Forest Park Nature Center
Contact Pat Goitein, 309-637-0460, for more
information |
Illinois
Valley Yacht and Canoe Club 5102 North Galena Road,
Route 29
Peoria Heights, IL |
Galena Trail
and Coach Road Society
c/o Roger Taylor
205 West 20th Street
Rock Falls, IL 61071815-626-1123 |
|
22 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Green Line -
West This tour goes through the industrial
heart of old Chicago to the oldest operational station
house in the CTA system at Ashland/Lake, the Garfield
Park Conservatory and Oak Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
26 |
7 -9
pm |
Walking Tour: Saloons of Old
Chicago This walking tour explores
Chicago's rich and famous Gold Coast, wandering in and
out of old-time saloons while learning about Chicago's
original entertainment district.
Meet at the Green Door Tavern, 678 North Orleans
Street.
Must be 21 or older to participate.
$25 ($20 Museum members) |
Meet at the
Green Door Tavern, 678 North Orleans Street |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
|
27-28 |
8 am |
ISHS Annual Meeting
Tours of Cahokia Mounds, the Lewis and Clark Historic
Site, and the Melvin Price Lock and Dam #26, with
highlights of Alton, and re-dedication of the
Lincoln-Douglas Debate Marker
$175 ($200 non-members) |
Pere
Marquette State Park Lodge |
Illinois State Historical Society
www.historyillinois.org
wfurry@historyillinois.org |
|
29 |
1 -3
pm |
Crossing the Lines: A Private
'L' Tour This tour provides an exclusive
journey through Chicago's rapid transit system aboard a
privately chartered 'L' car to various points throughout
the CTA system.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$40 ($30 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
entrance of the Quincy Brown Line station. |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
May 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
3 |
6:30-
8 pm |
Public Program: In the K/Now
In partnership with the Public Square at the Illinois
Humanities Council, the Museum offers a monthly series
that explores the current issues faced by Chicago
residents as their environments change and grow under
the influence of diverse populations, cultures, beliefs,
and visions for an urban society.
May 3: PC or Not PC: Language, Identity, and Racism:
Why and when some words are considered taboo and other
times not
Admission is free. |
Meet at the
Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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5 |
10:00 am - 3
pm |
4th Annual River Forest House
Walk Splendor in the Suburbs: The Grand
Homes of River Forest, will feature 6 homes mostly built
in the 1920's on spacious lots in the exclusive
Northwoods subdivision. The former 100-acre farm
extended from Chicago Avenue to Division street, between
Thatcher and Lathrop Avenues and was originally owned by
River Forest pioneer and business leader Edward C.
Waller, who created the village's exclusive estate
section on the property. Features homes are: Edwin
Perkins (inventor of Kool-Aid) estate, a Normandy French
chateau-style house; a stately English Tudor mansion;
and a timbered Swiss chalet with a locomotive that pulls
a string of 10 circus cares along train tracks that
encircle this one-acre estate.
Tickets: $30 in advance ($25 for members)/$35 on the
day of the walk
All proceeds benefit the Historical Society |
Begin at
Grace Lutheran Church, Division Street and Bonnie Brae
in River Forest |
The
Historical Society of River Forest P O Box 771
Oak Park, IL
60303-0771
708-848-6755
oprfhistorymatters@sbcglobal.net |
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5 |
1 - 5 pm |
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Bus Tour Historian Dennis McClendon
explores the infrastructure that made Chicago the
transportation center of the country. Highlights include
Midway Airport, Navy Pier, the Chicago Locks, and Union
Station
Tickets: $45 ($40 for Museum Members) |
Meet at
Chicago History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org |
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5 |
10 am - Noon |
Gold Coast Neighborhood Tour
Discover one of Chicago's historic neighborhoods.
Tickets: $10/$15 Museum Members |
Meet at
Chicago History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org |
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6 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Brown Line
Journey from downtown Chicago through some of the most
historic and beautiful neighborhoods on the Northwest
side.
Meet at the CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles
located within the 203 North LaSalle Street building.
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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10 |
6-9 pm |
ComEd Powers PLAY CHICAGO
Monthly concert series with 93XRT radio station and the
Chicago History Museum, featuring some of the best
artists in the local and national music scene.
May 10: Shawn Mullins with Michael McDermott
$15 ($20 at the door)
Ticket price includes a complimentary cocktail. Must be
21 or older to attend. |
Meet at the
Museum Doors open at 5:30 pm |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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11 |
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Bus Trip to Allerton Park on
May 11, 2007 The 1500-acre
woodland, garden, meadow, and prairie landscape that
surrounds Allerton House was once the private estate of
Robert Henry Allerton. In 1946, Allerton gave his
beautiful Illinois estate to the University of Illinois
for use as “an educational and research center, as a
forest and wild-life and plant-life reserve, as an
example of landscape architecture, and as a public
park.” The core of the estate features an
English-inspired manor house to be toured with lunch
served in the dining room. Outside there is a reflecting
pond, an approximately 10-acre meadow, and a series of
formal sculpture gardens through which we will be given
a guided tour. There will be a tour of the quaint and
historic town of Monticello.
The cost of the trip, lunch included,
is $50.00 for members; $60.00 for non-members. Reserve
your place on the bus by sending a check to SCHS, 308 E.
Adams, 62701.
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Sangamon County Historical Society
www.sancohis.org
schs@eosinc.com
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12 |
10 am - Noon |
Lincoln Park Tour
Stroll through scenic Lincoln Park as you learn about
the storied history of the city's largest park.
Tickets: $10/$15 Museum Members |
Meet at
Chicago History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org |
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15 |
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Sangamon County Historical
Society Monthly Program: The Statehouse Pressroom—A
Place Like No Other
Taylor Pensoneau
A very lively period in the history of
the pressroom in the Illinois Statehouse—the years from
the mid 1960s through the late 1970s—will be relived by
Taylor Pensoneau, a pressroom occupant in that time
frame as the Illinois political correspondent
for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Through the years, the pressroom in the
Capitol has been the home of numerous newspaper and
broadcast reporters (some of whom became stars in their
profession), public relations operatives, political
hangers-on and a sometimes zany assortment of
characters. The conglomeration took on a life of its
own, even though the mission in the pressroom—to get out
news about state government—never was subverted. The
years from the mid 1960s to the late 1970s constituted
an especially robust pressroom period, one in which
investigative reporting often took center stage.
Pensoneau spent sixteen years with the
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the last twelve of them in the
Statehouse pressroom. After leaving the newspaper in
1978, he worked for the Illinois Coal Association for
twenty-six years. When he retired several years ago, he
was the organization's president. He is the author of
five books, including the biographies of Governors
Richard Ogilvie and Dan Walker and of legendary Illinois
Senate leader W. Russell Arrington. A former president
of the Illinois Center for the Book, Pensoneau is
currently the president of the Sangamon County
Historical Society. |
Iles House,
628 South 7th Street (7th and Cook) |
Sangamon County Historical Society
www.sancohis.org
schs@eosinc.com |
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19 |
10 am - Noon |
Old Town Neighborhood Tour
Discover one of Chicago's historic neighborhoods.
Tickets: $10/$15 Museum Members |
Meet at
Chicago History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org |
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19 |
10:00 am -
1:30 pm |
SE Side and Pullman
Industrial History
Bus Tour
$10 per person
Join Rod Sellers, Tom Shepherd and Mike Wagenbach,
superintendent of the Pullman State Historic Site, on
a bus tour of historic industrial sites, remarkable
bridges, the historic town of Pullman, and the Calumet
Industrial Heritage Project, where Chicago's steel
making history and artifacts are being preserved.
Bus leaves from the
Calumet Park Field House,
9801 S. Avenue G, Chicago promptly at 10
am. Join us at 9:15 am for coffee and an
introduction to the area's industrial history by Rod
Sellers at 9:45 am.
Bring along a brown bag lunch if you wish.
Call the East Side Chamber of Commerce at
773-721-7948 or Tom Shepherd at
773-370-3305 for information or to
register. You may also register at the Southeast
Chicago Historical Museum located in the
Calumet Park Field House.
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Calumet Park Field House,
9801 S. Avenue G, Chicago |
Southeast
Chicago Historical Museum
9801 S. Avenue G, Chicago |
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19 |
1 -3 pm |
Graceland Cemetery Tour
Take this fascinating tour through Graceland Cemetery,
the final resting place of many famous Chicagoans,
including Marshall Field, Louis Sullivan, Potter and
Bertha Palmer and George Pullman.
Tickets: $15 ($10 for Museum Members) |
Begin at
cemetery entrance on Irving Park Road and Clark Street,
Chicago |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org |
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20 |
1 - 5 pm |
Wilmette Historical Society
Spring Housewalk:
"Turning the Century"Distinct among area
housewalks with its emphasis on history and
architecture, the Historical Society housewalk features
4 exceptional homes in the American Foursquare,
Italianate, and Craftsman Bungalow architectural styles. |
Wilmette
Historical Museum
609 Ridge Road
Wilmette |
Wilmette
Historical Museum
609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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20 |
11 am - 5 pm |
Near West Side Neighborhood
Association 5th Annual
Restorations in Progress House TourSeven
historic houses, plus the Aurora Historical Society's
Tanner House Museum.
Tickets $15 in advance (Art & History Center Museum
Shop at 20 East Downer) / $18 at the door (Tanner House) |
Begin at Tanner
House Museum
Oak and Cedar
Aurora |
Aurora
Historical Society
P O Box 905
Aurora, IL 60507
630-906-0650
630-906-0657 (fax)
ahs@aurorahistory.net
www.aurorahistory.net |
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20 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Green Line -
South This tour travels south from the Loop
down the history "Alley L" corridor to Bronzeville, the
Illinois Institute of Technology, Museum Campus and
Jackson Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
|
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20 |
1 -3
pm |
Life Along the L: Green Line -
West This tour goes through the industrial
heart of old Chicago to the oldest operational station
house in the CTA system at Ashland/Lake, the Garfield
Park Conservatory and Oak Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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June 2007
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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2 |
1 -5 pm |
Devil in the White City
Trolley Tour See sights related to Erik
Larson's world-famous book, including the Midway
Plaissance to the Wooded Isle.
Tickets: $45/$40 Museum Members |
Meet at the
Chicago History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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2-3 |
11 am - 4 pm |
Rock Springs Mini-Rendezvous
Back by popular demand, Don "Pappy" Horne has once again
gathered fur trappers and traders and various
frontiersmen from the local area for a mini-rendezvous
for an afternoon of frontier activities and
demonstrations at the Rock Springs Nature Center.
Free admission |
Rock Springs
Nature Center Macon County Conservation District |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org
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3 |
1 -4 pm |
5th Annual Christian County
Historical Society Cemetery Walk
Co-sponsored by the Christian County Historical Society
and the Christian County Geneaological Society, the walk
through Oak Hill Cemetery will feature Sarah Deal,
Joseph Sigler, W. E. Wright, Leal Reese, and Ella
McDaniel, prominent Taylorville citizens. |
Meet at Oak
Hill Cemetery |
Christian
County Historical Society and the Christian County
Geneaological Society P O Box 254
Taylorville, IL 62568
217-824-6922 |
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7 |
10 am - Noon |
McLean County Museum of History
Step-On Tour of Historic Bloomington-Normal
Join us in the air-conditioned comfort of an elegant
limousine mini-bus as step-on-tourguide Carol Fox shares
intriguing details of the history of the Twin Cities, as
we cruise by the Oscar Mandel home, David Davis Mansion,
Franklin Park in Bloomington, Brokaw Hospital, Jesse
Fell home, and the historic uptown in Normal.
Tickets: $20 members/$25 non-members |
Meet at the
Washington Street pull-out on the south side of the
Museum |
McLean
County Museum of History 200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-827-0428
www.McHistory.org
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|
9 |
8:30 am -
4:00 pm |
The Military History Education
Group
9th Annual Summer ConferencePresentations:
William C. Oates in War and Peace
Dr. Glenn W. LaFantasie
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Vicksburg
Dr. Terri K. Kionka
Shock Troops of the Confederacy: The Sharpshooter
Battalions of the Army of Northern Virginia
Fred L. Ray
Nathan Bedford Forrest - Napoleonic Calvaryman
Greg Biggs
$45 (includes luncheon)
Registration Deadline: June 4, 2007 |
Yoder's
Kitchen Banquet Facility Arthur, IL |
The Military
Education Group
P O Box 560
Atwood, IL 61913217-578-2262
www.geocities.com/mhegil1999/index.html
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9 |
9 am - 2 pm |
Genealogy Society of Southern
Illinois 2007 Spring Conference: Trail of Tears
Through Southern Illinois A symposium panel
presented by the Illinois Trail of Tears Association
Board
9 am - Background of the forced
removal of what later became known as the five civilized
tribes -- the Chickasaws, Seminoles, Creeks, and
Cherokees
9:25 am - The National Trail of
Tears Association and the Illinois Chapter of the Trail
of Tears Association: Remembering the Ones Who Cried
9:50 am - Remote Sensing at
Campground church Cemetery
10:30 am - The Cherokee arrive at
Golconda and start through Pope County
11:00 am - Continuing from River
to River through Johnson County
11:30 am - Tragically trapped in
Union County by ice on the Big River
Noon - Lunch featuring a Brown
Bag Session on Illinois in the War of 1812
1:00 pm - Removing the Cherokees,
a Soldier's Story: A Reenactment
Tickets: $10 (includes conference, handouts, and
lunch |
John A.
Logan College Hancock Conference Center
Route 13 at Greenbriar Road
Carterville, IL |
Genealogy
Society of Southern Illinois
www.rootsweb.com/~ilgssi |
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16 |
8:30 am -
6:00 pm |
Drivin' the Dixie Highway
Vintage car tour along Historic Dixie Highway, visiting
Blue Island, Posen, Hazel Crest, Homewood, Flossmoor,
Chicago Heights, Steger, Beecher, Grant Park, and
Momence, visiting historic sites and special events
along the way.
Click here
for more information on the Dixie Highway.
$10 in advance/$15 at door
(includes coffee, rolls, hot dog lunch, windshield
sticker, key chain, historic brochures, and swing band
at Island Park on the river in Momence. |
Meet at 2433
York Street (a half block west of Western) in Blue
Island for coffee and rolls from 8:30 to 9:30 am.
Departure is scheduled for 10:15. |
Village of
Homewood Heritage Committee 2020 Chestnut Road
Homewood, IL 60430
Elaine E. Egdorf, Chairman
708-798-9535 |
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21 |
7 - 10 pm |
History Pub Crawls Walking
Tour:
Ye Olde Libations:
The Classic Bars of Old TownUncover the
history of Chicago's infamous watering holes and their
surrounding neighborhood, with drink specials at each
location.
Tickets: $45/$40 Museum Members
Reservations are strongly recommended as space is
limited |
Meet at the
Chicago History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org |
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23 |
10 am and 1
pm |
Lake Forest
Historical Society Tour of Albert Lasker's Mill Road
Farm Albert Lasker, the father of modern advertising,
spared no expense on his gentlemen's farm, "American
Chantilly," which covered 480 acres, contained 27
buildings, and cost $3.5 million. Built between 1925 and
1928, the estate was the work of master architect David
Adler.
Tickets: $40 members/$60 non-members |
Meet at the
West Lake Forest Train Station 911 South Telegraph
Road
Lake Forest |
Lake
Forest-Lake Bluff Historical Society 361 East
Westminster
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
847-234-5234
www.lflbhistory.org
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24 |
Noon - 4 pm |
Palatine Historical Society Annual
Garden and House Tour Six historic homes,
including two Lustron houses, and three gardens will be
highlighted.
Tickets: $15 in advance/$20 day of tour |
Clayson
House Museum 224 East Palatine Road
Palatine, IL |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847-991-6460
claysonhouse@palatineparks.org |
July 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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15-28 |
|
Preservation Work at the Kornthal Parsonage, July
15-28, 2007, Jonesboro, Illinois, USA. Participate in
hands-on preservation! Join the Preservation Summer crew
from SIU and local volunteers to save this stately Queen
Anne house. Learn new skills while restoring
deteriorated wooden elements or put your own knowledge
and experience to good use.
Information and registration: Heritage Conservation
Network, 1557 North Street, Boulder, CO 80304. +1 303
444-0128;
workshops@heritageconservation.net.
http://www.heritageconservation.net/ws-kornthal.htm
|
Kornthal
Parsonage, Jonesboro, IL |
Heritage Conservation Network,
1557 North Street, Boulder, CO 80304
+1 303 444-0128
workshops@heritageconservation.net.
http://www.heritageconservation.net
/ws-kornthal.htm
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1-3 pm |
Rosehill
Cemetery Tour Embarkl on an architectural and
historical journey through one of Chicago's most notable
cemeteries and visit the graves of Oscar Meyer,
Montgomery Ward, and Julius Rosenwald.
Tickets: $15 ($10 for Museum Members) |
Begin at
cemetery entrance 5800 North Ravenswood Avenue
Chicago |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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August 2007
|
11 |
10 am - Noon |
McLean County Museum of History
Step-On Tour of Historic Bloomington-Normal
Join us in the air-conditioned comfort of an elegant
limousine mini-bus as step-on-tourguide Carol Fox shares
intriguing details of the history of the Twin Cities, as
we cruise by the Oscar Mandel home, David Davis Mansion,
Franklin Park in Bloomington, Brokaw Hospital, Jesse
Fell home, and the historic uptown in Normal.
Tickets: $20 members/$25 non-members |
Meet at the
Washington Street pull-out on the south side of the
Museum |
McLean
County Museum of History 200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-827-0428
www.McHistory.org
|
SEPTEMBER 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
8 |
9 am - 1 pm |
Sangamon County Genealogical
Society
Research Day
Members of the society's board and volunteers will be
available to answer research questions throughout the
day. Family history materials from the society's library
are available for all to view including microfilmed
copies of birth (1877-1916), marriage (1821-1925) and
death certificates (1877-1940s) for Sangamon County.
Surname and obituary files, Auburn Citizen (1874-1965)
for which there is also an obituary index from
1874-1899, and other area newspaper microfilms which are
available to view at the office. Discover the treasure
trove of printed materials which the society has been
collecting over many years. Our publications also will
be available for sale Saturday. Come enjoy a day
of networking and researching with other family
historians from Sangamon County and various other parts
of the state.
|
Sangamon
County Genealogical Society Offices
2856 South 11th St., Springfield, Illinois. The office
is located three blocks north of Stevenson Drive on the
corner of 11th Street and Knox and three blocks south of
Bunn Park on 11th Street. |
Sangamon
County Genealogical Society
Dan Dixon - President/Editor
PO Box 1829 (Mailing Address)
Springfield, IL 62705-1829
Email: Dbutton2@aol.com
Phone: 217-529-0542
http://www.rootsweb.com/~
ilsangam/scgs/scgs.htm |
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29 30 |
11 am and 2
pm |
Evergreen Cemetery Discovery Walk 2007
The McLean County Museum of History, Illinois Voices
Theatre, Busey Bank and Illinois State University are
set to present the “2007 Evergreen Cemetery Discovery
Walk: ISU Edition.” This outdoor theatre program will
take place Saturday, September 29; Sunday, September
30; Saturday, October 6; and Sunday, October 7. This
year’s event will highlight significant characters of
ISU’s past in order to celebrate the school’s 150th
anniversary.
The Discovery Walk will take place amidst shadowing
trees in the historic Evergreen Cemetery at 302 E.
Miller Street in Bloomington. Audience members will
enjoy walking the scenic and historical path through
the Cemetery while they meet actors portraying and
honoring the lives of ISU’s ancestors who made
dramatic imprints on central Illinois’ exciting past.
Characters featured in this year’s walk include Henry
McCormick, Angeline Vernon Milner, and Jesse Fell,
which were all predominant figures in the university’s
history. Through the acting skills of the performers,
students and community members will be able to take a
journey through the past and meet the very people who
many buildings on campus were named after. In
addition, families will enjoy learning about the
history of the very place they live and know. This
award winning program offers the perfect opportunity
for community members and visitors to discover McLean
County’s past in a unique way.
Performances will be at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
daily.
For more information about the Discovery Walk and
other fine programs and exhibits offered by the McLean
County Museum of History visit our website at
www.mchistory.org or call 1(309) 827-0428.Advance tickets will be available starting
September 4 and could be purchased at the museum, the
Garlic Press, the Bone Student Center box office or
the museum’s website. Prices are $14 for general
public, $12 for museum members and $4 for children or
students with ID. Tickets can be purchased in advance
for two dollars off the listed price, with the
exception of student tickets.
|
Evergreen Cemetery at 302 E.
Miller Street in Bloomington. |
McLean County
Museum of History
1(309) 827-0428
www.mchistory.org |
OCTOBER 2007
|
Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
|
4 |
6 pm and
7 pm |
Presidential Press Conference
with President Abraham LincolnJoin
President Abraham Lincoln in a modern-day press
conference, as he responds to questions from the local
media and the audience concerning important events of
his presidency at 7 pm.
The press conference will be preceded by an 1865-era
reception honoring the President at the Old State
Capitol at 6 pm.
Both events are free and open to the public. |
Old State Capitol
6th and Adams
Springfield, IL |
Abraham Lincoln
Association
1 Old State Capitol Plaza
Springfield, IL 62701-1512
(866) 865-8500
http://www.abrahamlincolnassociation.org/
Illinois State
Historical Society
210 1/2 South
Sixth Street
Springfield, IL 62701-1503
(217) 525-2781
www.history.org
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|
4 |
7 pm -
9 pm |
2007 Lincoln Legacy Lecture Series:
Lincoln & the Law'The Sober
Judgement of Courts':
Lincoln, Lawyers, and the Rule of Law
Dr. Mark E. Steiner, Professor of Law
South Texas College of Law
Author of An Honest Calling: The Law Practice of
Abraham Lincoln, Northwestern Illinois University
Press (2006)
Abraham Lincoln: The Lawyer in the White House
Dr. Brian R. Dirck, Associate Professor of History
Anderson University
Author of Lincoln the Lawyer, University of
Illinois Press (2007)
|
Brookens Auditorium
University of
Illinois at Springfield |
Presented
by: UIS Center for
State Policy and Leadership
One University
Plaza, MS PAC 409
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
http://cspl.uis.edu/
and
Cullom Davis,
Professor Emeritus of History, in honored memory of
Phillip Shaw, Naomi B. Lynn Distinguished Chair of
Lincoln Studies
Cosponsored by
Brown, Hay &
Stephens, LLP |
|
6 |
1-3 pm |
Illinois State Historical Society
2007 Centennial Awards |
Governor's Mansion
Springfield |
Illinois State
Historical Society
210 1/2 South Sixth
Street
Springfield, IL 62701
217-525- 2781
www.historyillinois.org |
|
6
7 |
11 am and 2
pm |
Evergreen Cemetery Discovery Walk 2007
The McLean County Museum of History, Illinois Voices
Theatre, Busey Bank and Illinois State University are
set to present the “2007 Evergreen Cemetery Discovery
Walk: ISU Edition.” This outdoor theatre program will
take place Saturday, September 29; Sunday, September
30; Saturday, October 6; and Sunday, October 7. This
year’s event will highlight significant characters of
ISU’s past in order to celebrate the school’s 150th
anniversary.
The Discovery Walk will take place amidst shadowing
trees in the historic Evergreen Cemetery at 302 E.
Miller Street in Bloomington. Audience members will
enjoy walking the scenic and historical path through
the Cemetery while they meet actors portraying and
honoring the lives of ISU’s ancestors who made
dramatic imprints on central Illinois’ exciting past.
Characters featured in this year’s walk include Henry
McCormick, Angeline Vernon Milner, and Jesse Fell,
which were all predominant figures in the university’s
history. Through the acting skills of the performers,
students and community members will be able to take a
journey through the past and meet the very people who
many buildings on campus were named after. In
addition, families will enjoy learning about the
history of the very place they live and know. This
award winning program offers the perfect opportunity
for community members and visitors to discover McLean
County’s past in a unique way.
Performances will be at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
daily.
For more information about the Discovery Walk and
other fine programs and exhibits offered by the McLean
County Museum of History visit our website at
www.mchistory.org or call 1(309) 827-0428.Advance tickets will be available starting
September 4 and could be purchased at the museum, the
Garlic Press, the Bone Student Center box office or
the museum’s website. Prices are $14 for general
public, $12 for museum members and $4 for children or
students with ID. Tickets can be purchased in advance
for two dollars off the listed price, with the
exception of student tickets.
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Evergreen Cemetery at 302 E.
Miller Street in Bloomington. |
McLean County
Museum of History
1(309) 827-0428
www.mchistory.org |
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7 |
Noon - 4:30
pm |
Sangamon County
Historical Society
11th Annual Cemetery Walk |
Oak Ridge Cemetery
Springfield |
Sangamon County Historical Society
www.sancohis.org
schs@eosinc.com |
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7 |
2 pm |
Pioneers and Pumpkins
Learn about the history and uses of
pumpkins in early America from district volunteer Becky
Hunt. |
Macon County
Conservation District Homestead Prairie Farm 3939
Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62527-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org |
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12 |
Noon |
150th Anniversary of
Dred Scott Decision:
Luncheon Presentation by Lynne Jackson
(great, great granddaughter of Dred Scott)
Dred Scott lost his freedom after a series of appeals,
with the final decision from the US Supreme Court on
March 6, 1857, saying that black Americans had no
rights. That decision 150 years ago also opened the
doors |
Sangamo Club
Springfield |
Abraham
Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Foundation The
Abraham Lincoln Association
Central Illinois Women's Bar Association
Illinois State Historical Society |
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13 |
10 am
-
5 pm |
Yesteryears of Lincoln Festival
Re-enactors, period craftspeople, educational programs
and displays, entertainment and great food. |
Mason County
Historical Society 5580 North Fork Road
Decatur, IL |
Mason County
Historical Society 5580 North Fork Road
Decatur, IL
217-422-4919
www.mchsdecatur.org
Also sponsored by Lincoln Heritage Project, City of
Decatur |
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13 |
8 am -
4:15 pm |
The Genealogy Society of Southern
Illinois
2007 Genealogy Fall Conference and Book Fair
Guest Speaker: Curt B. Witcher, Department
Manager for the Historical Genealogy Department of the
Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, IN
8-9 am: Registration/Book Fair
9-9:15 am: Welcome, GSSI President J Foster O'Boyle
9:15-10:15 am: Using Military Records for
Genealogical Research
10:15-11 am: Break/Book Fair
11-12 pm: Mining the Motherlode: Using Periodical
Literature for Genealogical Research
12-1:30 pm: Lunch/Book Fair
1:30-2:30 pm: Using Government Documents for
Genealogical Research
2:30-3:30 pm: "Pain in the Access:" Getting More
from the Internet for Your Genealogy
4:00-4:15 pm: Thanks and Announcements
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John A Logan
College Route 13 and Greenbriar Road
Carterville, IL |
Genealogy
Society of Southern Illinois c/o John A Logan College
700 Logan College Road
Carterville, IL 62918-2500
www.rootsweb.com/`ilgssi |
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14 |
1 pm |
Vintage Base Ball Club:
Ground Squirrels vs. St. Louis Unions |
St. Louis,
MO |
Vintage Base
Ball Club www.vbba.org
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14 |
11:30 am |
Mother Jones Memorial
Ceremony Join Utah Phillips and the Mother
Jones Foundation committee for a brief ceremony at the
Mother Jones Monument to share stories from the 30's and
40's when thousands gathered annually at the monument to
commemorate this remarkable union organizer. |
Union Miners
Cemetery Mt. Olive, IL |
Mother Jones
Foundation P O Box 20412
Springfield, IL 62708-0412
For more information:
Mettie Funk (217-652-0481)
Terry Reed (217-789-6495)
Jack Dyer (217-691-4185) |
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14 |
5 pm
6 pm
7 pm |
22nd Annual Mother
Jones Dinner 5 pm: Social Hour
6 pm: Dinner
7 pm: Program
This year's program features Utah Phillips, the
Golden Voice of the Great Southwest. Expressing the
richness of his unique perspectives on American life
with uncommon wit and humor, this elder statesman of our
folk culture has been delighting crowds for generations
by sharing lore of true American heroes, tales of
working people accomplishments through solidarity, and
sometimes through insolent individuality. Combining the
songs of the Wobblies (International Workers of the
World), with tales of their direct action techniques,
Utah weaves a patchwork that can guide today's worker
through perils of the work-a-day world.
Dinner: $25.00 (tickets must be purchased in
advance)
Program: free and open to the public, with
seating available at 7 pm |
University
of Illinois at Springfield
Public Affairs Center
Lower Level
Springfield, IL |
Mother Jones
Foundation P O Box 20412
Springfield, IL 62708-0412
For more information:
Mettie Funk (217-652-0481)
Terry Reed (217-789-6495)
Jack Dyer (217-691-4185) |
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15 |
7 pm |
The Underground Railroad
Owen Muelder, director of the new Underground Railroad
Freedom Center at Knox College, will speak about the
Underground Railroad at the Mercer County Historical
Society Fall meeting.
The Underground Railroad was an informal network of
people who helped thousands of African-American slaves
escape to freedom. In Mercer County, there were three
stations in the western part of Green Township at the
homes of David, John, and William Carnahan, Wesleyan
Methodists who had established a church near their
homes. All that remains today is a historic cemetery
where some of the markers still show the Carnahan name.
Program: free and open to the public, with
refreshments following the program |
United
Methodist Church 301 North College Avenue
Aledo, IL |
Mercer
County Historical Society
and Essex-Noble Museum1406 Southeast Second Avenue
Aledo, IL 61231
309-582-7762
www.geocities.com/mchs_61231 |
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18 |
12:15 pm |
Art Nouveau: The
Chicago-Budapest Connection Rolf Achilles,
art historian, will present a program linking Budapest's
rich Art Nouveau architecture to Chicago in a visual
exploration of the influences of Chicago and Louis
Sullivan on form and function in Budapest, circa 1910.
Program: free and open to the public |
Chicago
Cultural Center 77 West Randolph Street
Chicago |
Landmarks
Illinois The Monadnock Building
53 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1315
Chicago, IL 60604-3562
312-992-1742
fax: 312-922-8112
mail@landmarks.org
www.landmarks.org |
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18-19 |
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Conference on
Illinois History |
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Illinois
Historic Preservation Agency |
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20 |
2 pm |
My Whole Life is in
That Quilt Ed and Winnie Brewer and Lee and
Carol Slider present this entertaining program based on
letters and diaries written by women in the 1700s
through the 1900s.
Program: free and open to the public |
Macon County
Conservation District Homestead Prairie Farm 3939
Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62527-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org |
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3 - 9 pm |
Fall Harvest Event
and Stories Around the Campfire 3-7 pm:
Wagon rides, weiner roast, scarecrow making, pumpkin
decorating
7 pm: Storytelling and Treats Around the Campfire
Tickets: $13/person for both events,
or $11 for Fall Harvest Event, $2 for Campfire
Reservations Required (Call 217-423-7708) |
Macon County
Conservation District Homestead Prairie Farm 3939
Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62527-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org |
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2 pm |
The 1984 Pullman
Railroad Strike in Decatur Author,
historian, and vintage baseball player, Bob Sampson will
provide a presentation that includes Decatur, railroad,
and labor history based on the 1894 labor strike at a
single Chicago company that eventually spread and
stopped rail traffic across the entire nation, becoming
so serious that the U.S. Army and federal marshals were
called into action, resulting in the jailing of Eugene
V. Debs.
Program: free and open to the public |
Macon County
Conservation District Homestead Prairie Farm 3939
Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL |
Macon County
Conservation District 3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62527-9464
217-423-7708
www.maconcountyconservation.org |
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Illinois Association
of Museums Annual Conference |
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Illinois
Associations of Museums
www.museums.org
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25 |
7:30 pm |
The Pottawatomie
Indians and Lisle John
MacRae, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, will
provide an overview of the history of the Pottawatomie
and their pivotal role in shaping American history,
particularly upon the development of the Chicago region.
MacRae also teaches continuing education courses at
College of DuPage and The Morton Arboretum regarding
Illinois Archaeology and the History of the
Pottawatomie.
Program: free and open to the
public |
Netzley/
Yender House at the Museums at Lisle Station Park 923
School Street
Lisle |
Lisle
Heritage Society 1011 Division Street
Lisle, IL 60532
http://www.geocities.com/lisleheritagesociety/ |
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30 |
7 pm |
THE CASE OF ABRAHAM
LINCOLN:
A story of Adultery, Murder and
the Making of a Great President
Presentation and book signing by
author Julie Fenster
The year 1856 was a pivotal one for this country,
witnessing the birth of the Republican Party as we know
it. But according to a new book by author Julie Fenster,
it was also a critical year in the troubled political
life of Abraham Lincoln. As a lawyer, he tried his
most scandalous murder case. At the same time, he
made a decision which unleashed his soaring abilities
for the first time, a decision which reverberates to
this day: whether or not to join the new Republican
Party.
Julie Fenster is an
award-winning author and historian, specializing in
nineteenth-century life. She is the co-author (with
Douglas Brinkley) of The New York Times
bestseller Parish Priest. Her other books
include the Ether Day and Race of the Century.
She was a regular contributor to American Heritage,
and has also written for The New York Times and
the Los Angeles Times.
Program: Free and open to the
public |
Abraham
Lincoln Presidential Library |
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November 2007
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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1 |
7:30 pm |
St. Clair County Genealogical
Society Monthly Meeting:
Researching Your Roots in GermanyLearn the
shortcuts and varied paths to discovering the town town
so crucial to successful German ancestral search from
Gerald Perschbacher, German-SIG coordinator for the St.
Louis Genealogical Society, and a very accomplished
genealogical researcher. |
St. Luke's
Parish Hall 226 North Church Street
Belleville, IL |
St. Clair
County Genealogical Society P O Box 431
Belleville, IL 62222-0431 |
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2 |
5:30 - 8:30
pm |
Wine-Tasting Fund Raiser
Enjoy an evening of wine and fun to benefit Heritage
Gallery exhibits.
Tickets: $30
RSVP by October 15 to 847-255-1225 |
Wine Styles
47 South Evergreen Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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10 |
10 am - Noon |
MIA/POW Ceremony
Honoring Lost ComradesConducted by
Springfield area resident Les Morgan, retired Air Force,
the ceremony commemorates the memory of all Armed Forces
personnel missing in action or prisoner of war, from all
conflicts. Morgan's exhibit and presentation explains
the components and significance of this insider's
ceremony. The program is in conjunction with the
Museum's current temporary exhibit, ":The Last Salute,"
which examines the history and symbolism of the American
military funeral. |
Museum of
Funeral Customs 1440 Monument Avenue
Springfield |
Museum of
Funeral Customs 1440 Monument Avenue
Springfield, IL 62702
217-544-3480
www.FuneralMuseum.org
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11 |
2:30 pm |
The Genealogy Society of Southern
Illinois
Monthly Meeting"John A Logan Museum"
by Mike Jones
The Genealogy section of the John A. Logan College
Library is open for research on meeting days from noon
to 4:30 pm. |
John A Logan
College Route 13 and Greenbriar Road
Carterville, IL |
Genealogy
Society of Southern Illinois c/o John A Logan College
700 Logan College Road
Carterville, IL 62918-2500
www.rootsweb.com/`ilgssi |
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11-13 |
see
schedule
on
website
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Township Officials of
Illinois
100th Annual Conferencesee details at:
http://www.toi.org/documents/07conference.pdf |
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Township
Officials of Illinois
www.toi.org |
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15 |
12:15 pm |
The Classical Perspective
Thomas Gordon Smith, architect, will talk about the
current reanimation of classical architecture in
relation to his role as an architectural fellow for the
U.S. General Services Administration. Chicago is a great
setting for this theme due to the classical federal
presence before WWII, as well as the move away from
classicism during the 1960's (e.g., Mies van der Rohe's
Federal Center). Smith will focus on new designs by
Chicago architects Hammond, Beeby, Rupert, Ainge, which
represent GSA's renewed interest to the classical idiom.
Program: free and open to the public |
Chicago
Cultural Center 77 West Randolph Street
Chicago |
Landmarks
Illinois The Monadnock Building
53 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1315
Chicago, IL 60604-3562
312-992-1742
fax: 312-922-8112
mail@landmarks.org
www.landmarks.org |
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20 |
7pm |
Sangamon County Historical
Society Monthly Program:
A. Lincoln with Compass and Chair
Presentation by Robert Church highlighting a relatively
unknown segment of Lincoln's life -- his work as a
surveyor. Although Lincoln served as Deputy Surveyor for
only a few years, the experience greatly influenced him
as an attorney. In 1859, he was asked to give an opinion
on how land surveyors were to find the center of a
Section, which had been set by the Original Government
Surveyors in the 1820's. Lincoln's legal opinion, given
on January 6, 1859, still stands today.
Robert Church is the Executive Director and Lobbyist
of the Illinois Professional Land Surveyors Association
(IPLSA) and serves on the Board of Directors of the
National Society of Professional Surveyors and the NSPS
Foundation, and serves as treasurer of the National
Museum of Surveying.
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2-4 pm |
Oglesby Mansion open to the public |
421 West
Williams Street
Decatur |
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26 |
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Marion County Genealogical &
Historical Society Monthly Meeting |
Location
varies Contact Society for details |
Marion
County Genealogical & Historical Society Monthly Meeting
P O Box 242
Salem, IL 62881
618-548-2500 |
DECEMBER 2007
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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10 am - 4 pm |
Statehood Day Symposium
Commemorating the 189th Anniversary of Illinois
Statehood
Sponsored by the Illinois State
Historical Society
The African-American
Experience in Illinois
Featuring
the following presentations:
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“African American Life and
History In Illinois’ Northern Tier: The Case of
Chicago And Its Satellite Communities” |
Presenter: Christopher R.
Reed, Professor Emeritus of History, Roosevelt
University
Professor Reed discusses the results of a 30-year
study on African American life and history in Chicago
during the frontier, Civil War, Reconstruction, Gilded
Age and Progressive eras.
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“Bridges of Memory: Chicago’s
First Wave of Black Migration” |
Presenter: Timuel D. Black
Jr., Professor Emeritus of Social Sciences, City
Colleges of Chicago
Professor Black will discuss the
genesis of his award-winning oral history study of
African Americans who migrated to Chicago after World
War II.
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“An Organized Resistance: How
African-Americans Defended their Life, Liberty, and
Property during the Springfield, Illinois Race Riot of
1908” |
Presenter: Anthony (Tony) M.
Landis, Assistant Director at the Ohio Board of
Regents
Anthony M. Landis is an Assistant
Director at the Ohio Board of Regents, the agency that
oversees funding and policy direction for Ohio’s
colleges and universities. He is responsible for
the administration of two statewide federal grant
programs that support career technical education and
workforce development. Anthony received his
Master of Arts in History from Southern Illinois
University—Edwardsville where he focused on early
twentieth-century African-American urban history,
researching the Springfield, Illinois Race Riot of
1908. His master’s thesis, “They Refused to Stay
in Their Place: African American Organized Resistance
During the Springfield, Illinois Race Riot of 1908,”
explores the beginnings of Springfield’s African
American community and their creation of
organizations, institutions, and communal networks
that provided the foundation for a strategic defense
during the riot. Last year, he had a 5,000 word
entry about the Springfield Race Riot published in The
Encyclopedia of American Race Riots.
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“Images of Home: A Southern
Childhood in Illinois” |
Presenter: Shirley J. Portwood,
Professor Emeritus, Department of Historical Studies,
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
Professor Portwood is the author
of numerous works including Tell Us a Story: An
African American Family in the Heartland (SIU Press,
2000).
For more information call The
Illinois State Historical Society at 217-525-2781.
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The Howlett Building Auditorium (Formerly
the Centennnial Building)
2nd and Edwards Streets,
Springfield, IL
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Illinois
State Historical Society 210 1/2 South Sixth Street
Springfield, IL 62701
217-525-2781
www.historyillinois.org
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1:30 - 4:30
pm |
Palatine
Historical Society Christmas Open House Different
scenes from the Nutcracker Suite ballet will be
portrayed in different roomes of the Clayson House.
Holiday decorations will remain on display until January
6,
Free and open to the public |
Clayson
House 224 East Palatine Road
Palatine |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847-991-6460 |
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6 |
7:30 pm |
St. Clair County Genealogical
Society Monthly Meeting:
Christmas PartyBring a family heirloom for
Show & Tell, or have a family research success story
ready to share! |
St. Luke's
Parish Hall 226 North Church Street
Belleville, IL |
St. Clair
County Genealogical Society P O Box 431
Belleville, IL 62222-0431 |
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7 |
6:30 - 8 pm |
Holiday Tea at the Museum
Enjoy live music and delicious homemade sweets
in a historic setting.
Tickets: $18 for residents; $23 for
non-residents
Register at any Park District Center or online at
www.ahpd.org |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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7-8 |
10 am
-
6
pm(8 pm on Friday) |
Taylorville Tourism Council
18th Annual Holiday Home Tour
"Carriage Lane"Two 'talk of the town'
restorations, including a 1911 carriage house and
rescued turn-of-the-century residence, and six other
sparkling locations are featured.
In addition, seldom seen artifacts from the Christian
County Historical Society Museum, including an 1864 coin
minted for Abraham Lincoln's re-election, will be on
display at the carriage house.
Tickets: $8 in advance; $9 as of Dec 3
Advance tickets available at:
Cottage Rose Gifts and Crafts, Taylorville
Top Drawer, Springfield
Junction Garden Center and News-Palladium, Pana
Red Rooster Inn, Hillsboro
Ishmael Insurance Services, Nokomis |
Begin tour
at Carriage House 402 East Market Street
Taylorville |
Taylorville
Tourism Council 217-824-9447 or
217-824-2437
www.visittaylorville.com
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7-8 |
11am |
My Fair Lady Tea
Themed sandwiches, scones, sumptuous sweets, and
cheesecakes by celebrity chefs, a style show, door
prizes and keepsake cookbook of menu recipes.
Tickets: $20
(advance reservations suggested) |
Taylorville
Memorial Hospital Auditorium 201 East Pleasant Street |
Taylorville
Tourism Council 217-824-9447 or
217-824-2437
www.visittaylorville.com
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8 |
10:30 am -
12:30 pm |
Doll
Tea at the Museum Enjoy live music and
delicious homemade sweets
in a historic setting.
Tickets: $18 for residents; $23 for
non-residents
Register at any Park District Center or online at
www.ahpd.org
(Children must be at least six years old to attend) |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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8 |
1:30 - 3 pm |
Holiday Tea at the Museum
Enjoy live music and delicious homemade sweets
in a historic setting.
Tickets: $18 for residents; $23 for
non-residents
Register at any Park District Center or online at
www.ahpd.org |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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9 |
1 - 2:30 pm |
Holiday Tea at the Museum
Enjoy live music and delicious homemade sweets
in a historic setting.
Tickets: $18 for residents; $23 for
non-residents
Register at any Park District Center or online at
www.ahpd.org |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society Museum 110 West Fremont
Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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2:30
pm |
The Genealogy Society of Southern
Illinois
Annual Meeting"Pocahontas"
by Don Seifert
The Genealogy section of the John A. Logan College
Library is open for research on meeting days from noon
to 4:30 pm. |
John A Logan
College Route 13 and Greenbriar Road
Carterville, IL |
Genealogy
Society of Southern Illinois c/o John A Logan College
700 Logan College Road
Carterville, IL 62918-2500
www.rootsweb.com/`ilgssi |
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JANUARY 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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13 |
7 -8 pm |
Speaking of the past...
Lecture series highlights famous Americans
Second Sunday of the month, October through May
Henry Ford:
Veteran actor Terry Lynch portrays the fascinating Henry
Ford, who hoped to be as big a success in politics as he
was in running the Ford Motor Company.
Tickets: $6 ($5/students and Sustaining Members)
Season Pass (best deal): $30 ($25/students and
sustaining members) |
Century
Memorial Chapel
Naper Settlement523 S Webster
Naperville, IL |
Naperville
Heritage Society 523 S Webster
Naperville, IL
60540-6517
Office: 630.420.6010
Event Hotline: 630.305.5555
towncrier@naperville.il.us
www.napersettlement.museum |
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7:30 - 9 pm |
Monthly Meeting of the
Lisle Heritage Society |
Netzley/Yender
House |
Lisle
Heritage Society 1011 Division Street
Lisle, IL 60532-2255 |
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7 pm |
Galena - Jo Davies County
Historical Society Winter Lecture Series |
Galena
Middle School 1230 Franklin Street
Galena, IL |
Galena - Jo
Davies County Historical Society 211 South Bench
Street
Galena, IL 61036 |
FEBRUARY 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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7 |
5 - 7 pm |
Unveiling of the
Alban Jasper Conant & Edward Dalton Marchant
Portraits of Abraham LincolnRemarks by Dr. Wayne
Temple,
Chief Deputy Archivist, Illinois State Archives
RSVP January 29, 2008
1-618-453-1446 -
ewilliam@lib.siu.edu |
Old State Capitol 1 Old Capitol
Plaza
Springfield, IL
Garage parking available
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Southern
Illinois University Carbondale
Morris Library
1-618-453-1446
ewilliam@lib.siu.edu
and
Illinois State Historical Society
210 1/2 South Sixth Street
Springfield, IL 62701
217-525-2781
www.historyillinois.org |
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10 |
7 -8 pm |
Speaking of the past...
Lecture series highlights famous Americans
Second Sunday of the month, October through May
Harriet Tubman:
Pam Welcome presents a powerful first-person portrayal
of Harriet Tubman, whose life was a testament to courage
and determination. Over the course of 10 years, Tubman
led approximately 300 persons to freedom along the
Underground Railroad.
Tickets: $6 ($5/students and Sustaining Members)
Season Pass (best deal): $30 ($25/students and
sustaining members) |
Century
Memorial Chapel
Naper Settlement523 S Webster
Naperville, IL |
Naperville
Heritage Society 523 S Webster
Naperville, IL
60540-6517
Office: 630.420.6010
Event Hotline: 630.305.5555
towncrier@naperville.il.us
www.napersettlement.museum |
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MARCH 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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1 |
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Legendary Landmarks Gala
Landmarks Illinois will honor Gerald Arpino, Bernie
Sahlins, Jane Nicholl Salins, and Victor Skrebneski for
their unique and extraordinary contributions to
Chicago's civic and cultural skyline at its third annual
Legendary Landmarks gala. |
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Landmarks
Illinois
53 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1315
Chicago, IL 60604-3562
312.922.1742
mail@landmarks.org
www.landmarks.org
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1 |
1 - 5 pm |
Chicago History Museum: The '68
Experience Forty years later, this series
takes a look at how politics, culture, and music shaped
1968.
Magic Bus: 1968 Chicago (bus tour)
This bus tour will visit the sites related to the
pivotal year in Chicago's history.
Admission: $45/$40 Museum members |
Chicago
History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Clark Street
Springfield, IL 60614-6038
312.642.4600
www.chicagohistory.org |
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2 |
1 -3
pm |
Chicago History Museum:
Life Along the L: Brown LineJourney from
downtown Chicago through some of the most historic and
beautiful neighborhoods on the Northwest side.
Meet at the CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles
located within the 203 North LaSalle Street building.
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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4 |
10 am -
1 pm |
Chicago History Museum:
Chicago's 171st Birthday PartyThis annual
event in conjunction with the Mayor's Office of Special
Events celebrates the city's birthday with music,
crafts, and birthday cake. |
Chicago
History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Clark Street
Springfield, IL 60614-6038
312.642.4600
www.chicagohistory.org |
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6 |
6:30 - 8:30
pm |
Chicago History Museum: In the
K/Now This monthly series explores the
current issues faced by Chicago residents as their
environments change and grow under the influence of an
urban society.
Admission: FREE (reservations required) |
Chicago
History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Clark Street
Springfield, IL 60614-6038
312.642.4600
www.chicagohistory.org |
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6-8 |
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Midwest Regional Affiliate of
the Association of Living History, Farm, and Agriculture
Museums (MOMCC) Spring Conference Where
Are We Going?
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MOMCC |
Midwest
Regional Affiliate of the Association of Living History,
Farm, and Agriculture Museums c/o Eastern Illinois
University
Department of History
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, IL 61920 |
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9 |
7 -8 pm |
Naperville Heritage Society:
Speaking of the past...
Lecture series highlights famous Americans
Second Sunday of the month, October through May
Thomas Edison:
Historian and actor R.J. Linsey creates a portrait of
prolific inventor Thomas Edison, whose discoveries paved
the way for electric power, radio and electronics,
motion pictures, and sound recording.
Tickets: $6 ($5/students and Sustaining Members)
Season Pass (best deal): $30 ($25/students and
sustaining members) |
Century
Memorial Chapel
Naper Settlement523 S Webster
Naperville, IL |
Naperville
Heritage Society 523 S Webster
Naperville, IL
60540-6517
Office: 630.420.6010
Event Hotline: 630.305.5555
towncrier@naperville.il.us
www.napersettlement.museum |
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9 |
10 am -
1 pm |
Chicago History Museum: Project
Sunday This monthly documentary film series
held in collaboration with ITVS and Kartemquin Films is
free with Museum admission.
Inquiring Nuns: This film follows
two young nuns as they explore Chicago and visit a
variety of locations and confront people with the
crucial question, "Are you happy?" |
Chicago
History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Clark Street
Springfield, IL 60614-6038
312.642.4600
www.chicagohistory.org |
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9 |
1 -3
pm |
Chicago History Museum:
Life Along the L:
Green Line - SouthThis tour travels south
from the Loop down the history "Alley L" corridor to
Bronzeville, the Illinois Institute of Technology,
Museum Campus and Jackson Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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9 |
2 pm |
Wilmette Historical Museum:
Local History Lecture SeriesSeries
featuring illustrated lectures, followed by discussion.
The Founding and Development of Wilmette and Gross
Point, by Joe Hinkel. |
Wilmette
Historical Museum |
Wilmette
Historical Museum 609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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9 |
12 - 5 pm |
Arlington Heights Historical
Society:
Pocketbooks, Gloves,
Jewelry -- The Art of CollectingJoin
Carrie Schroeder from the Gurnee Antiques Center as she
shares the history and collecting of ladies accessories.
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Arlington
Heights Historical Society Heritage Gallery |
Arlington
Heights Historical Society 110 West Fremont Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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10 |
7 pm |
The Illinois Humanities Council
Road Scholars Program and the
Sangamon County Genealogical Society Program
Guy Fraker's "Abraham Lincoln and the 8th Judicial
Circuit"
Mr. Fraker will discuss the legal career of Abraham
Lincoln. The program is free to the public. |
Lincoln
Library 7th and Capitol
Springfield |
Sangamon
County Genealogical Society Office Library
2856 South 11th Street
Springfield, Illinois
Phone: 217-529-0542
Email:
Dbutton2@aol.com
http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilsangam/ |
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11 |
7:30 pm |
Western Springs Historical
Society:
Cobbler, Cobbler, Mend My Shoe...August
Ekdahl came to Western Springs in 1886 to open a cobbler
shop. He was an ordinary citizen who was a part of the
development of Western Springs. This program will
provide a view of early life in Western Springs through
the eyes of the first shoe store owner. |
Thomas Ford
Library Western Springs |
Western
Springs Historical Society:
http://www.westernspringshistory.org/ |
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13-15 |
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ISHS
28th Annual History Symposium:
Lincoln's LegaciesMillikin University
Campus
Coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the historic
Lincoln-Douglas debates, the symposium features three
days of presentations, panels, workshops, and
discussions, regarding the latest scholarly research
about the Prairie State history, archeology, popular
culture, politics, ethnic populations, and folklore.
Participants will also have an opportunity to visit the
annual Illinois History Video Fair, which screens the
latest documentaries by Illinois filmmakers.
Registration fee for all three days: $40; $35 for
ISHS members |
Millikin
University |
Illinois
State Historical Society
210 1/2 South Sixth Street
Springfield, IL 62701
217-525-2781
www.historyillinois.org |
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16 |
1 -3
pm |
Chicago History Museum:
Life Along the L: Green Line - WestThis
tour goes through the industrial heart of old Chicago to
the oldest operational station house in the CTA system
at Ashland/Lake, the Garfield Park Conservatory and Oak
Park.
Reservations strongly recommended.
$15 ($10 Museum members)
Ticket price includes a one-day CTA transit pass. |
Meet at the
CTA Clark/Lake train station turnstiles located within
the 203 North LaSalle Street building |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Cark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org
dolan@chicagohistory.org
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18 |
7 pm |
Sangamon County Historical
Society Program:
Susan Lawrence DanaPresented by Richard
Taylor,
Illinois Historic Preservation Agency |
Lincoln
Library
Carnegie Room North |
Sangamon
County Historical Society
308 East Adams St.
Springfield, IL 62701
schs@sancohis.org |
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18 |
6:30 pm |
Okawville Heritage House Museum
Annual Banquet Annual Banquet and program |
Original
Springs Hotel Okawville |
Okawville
Heritage House Museum P O Box 305
Okawville, IL 62271 |
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19 |
7:15 pm |
Palatine Historical Society:
The Battlefield Balladeers Enjoy the 1860's
in 2008. Experience a blend of history and harmony as
the Battlefield Balladeers sing the songs of the Civil
War using guitar, banjo, harmonica, tambourine and other
period instruments. |
Palatine
Public Library |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847.991.6460 |
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25 |
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Plainfield Historical Society:
Fourth Annual Plainfield Trivia Night |
Plainfield
Historical Society |
Plainfield
Historical Society 23836 West Main Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
815.436.6466 |
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27 |
5:30 pm
Cocktails 6:30 pm
Program |
Chicago History Museum:
Out at Chicago History MuseumThe Out at
CHM series addresses the history of gay, lesbian,
bisexual, and transgender people in Chicago and the
larger United States.
Queer Exclusions: Sexuality and US Citizenship
This program examines the controversies dealing with
immigration and naturalization that have become
increasingly divisive in recent years, but these debates
have tended to ignore the role of sexuality in US
policies.
Admission: $12/$10 Museum Members |
Chicago
History Museum |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Clark Street
Springfield, IL 60614-6038
312.642.4600
www.chicagohistory.org |
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April
2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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6 |
2 pm |
Wilmette Historical Museum Exhibit
Opening:
War! Fashion!
Architecture!The first-floor gallery of
the Wilmette Historical Museum will feature stories of
Wilmette and the North Shore in wartime, from the Civil
War through World War II. Experience fashion's lost era
from 1910 to the 1920s when hobble skirts were all the
rage: an era of lush fabrics, avant-garde designers and
Asian influences. Learn the fate of once familiar
buildings that have vanished from Wilmette's landscape,
from the Henry Gage house to the Marshall mansion.
Admission: Free and open to the public |
Wilmette
Historical Museum |
Wilmette
Historical Museum 609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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12 |
9 am - 1 pm |
Sangamon County Genealogical
Society
Research Day
The Sangamon County Genealogical Society will be hosting
a research day focused on Starting Out
Fresh: Reviewing Your Resources. Members of
the society's board will be available to answer
research questions throughout the day. Family
history materials from the society's library are
available for all to view including microfilmed copies
of birth (1877-1916), marriages (1821-1925) and
death certificates (1877-1940s) for Sangamon
County. Surname and obituary files, Auburn Citizen
(1874-1965) and other area newspaper microfilms
are also available to view at the office. There
will also be examples of what can be found in local
newspapers while doing research including tips on where
to find your ancestors in these valuable
resources.
Registration: $2 donation suggested
Tuesday nights in April we will also be open from 6 to
8 for those who can't make it to this
event. Come learn how to find those elusive ancestors. |
Sangamon
County Genealogical Society Office
2856 South 11th, Springfield
The office is located three blocks north of
Stevenson Drive on 11th
Street and Knox and three blocks south of Bunn Park
on 11th Street. |
Sangamon
County Genealogical Society Office Library
2856 South 11th Street
Springfield, Illinois
Phone: 217-529-0542
Email:
Dbutton2@aol.com
http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilsangam/ |
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12-13 |
Noon and 3 pm |
Palatine Historical Society:
Tea at Clayson House
Tea, scones, finger sandwiches, and desserts
Tickets: $20 per person |
Clayson House
224 East Palatine Road
Palatine |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847-991-6460 |
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13 |
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Wilmette Historical Museum:
Local History Lecture SeriesSeries
featuring illustrated lectures, followed by discussion.
Wilmette in the First Three Decades of the 20th
Century, by Gale Roberson.
Admission: $5 (free to Museum members) |
Wilmette
Historical Museum |
Wilmette
Historical Museum 609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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13 |
7 -8 pm |
Naperville Heritage Society:
Speaking of the past...
Lecture series highlights famous Americans
Second Sunday of the month, October through May
Thomas Jefferson:
Phil Lauricella portrays Thomas Jefferson, author of the
Declaration of Independence and the third President of
the United States. Hear Mr. Jefferson's views of the new
Constitution, Lewis and Clark, The Bill of Rights,
personal liberties, slavery and his "Trinity of Heroes."
Tickets: $6 ($5/students and Sustaining Members)
Season Pass (best deal): $30 ($25/students and
sustaining members) |
Century
Memorial Chapel
Naper Settlement523 S Webster
Naperville, IL |
Naperville
Heritage Society 523 S Webster
Naperville, IL
60540-6517
Office: 630.420.6010
Event Hotline: 630.305.5555
towncrier@naperville.il.us
www.napersettlement.museum |
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15 |
7 pm |
Sangamon County Historical
Society Program:
History of the Springfield Municipal Opera
Presented by Tom Shrewsberry |
Lincoln
Library
Carnegie Room North |
Sangamon
County Historical Society
308 East Adams St.
Springfield, IL 62701
schs@sancohis.org |
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16 |
7:15 pm |
Palatine Historical Society:
Lincoln Tales Tall and True Brian Ellis
steps into character to allow audiences to step back in
time and meet Lincoln during many facets of life,
including his childhood, his career as a lawyer, and his
presidency. |
Palatine
Public Library |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847.991.6460 |
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19-20 |
Noon and 3 pm |
Palatine Historical Society:
Tea at Clayson House
Tea, scones, finger sandwiches, and desserts
Tickets: $20 per person |
Clayson House
224 East Palatine Road
Palatine |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847-991-6460 |
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10 am
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3
pm |
Fifth
Annual Oak Park Historical Society Housewalk
Showcasing Elegant Estate Homes In Oak Park's Fair Oaks
Area
This year's tour will feature seven outstanding homes in
Oak Park's exclusive Fair Oaks Subdivision that is part
of the Frank Lloyd Wright Prairie School of Architecture
Historic District.
Homes that will be open include magnificent Victorian,
Prairie Style and Revival Style residences designed by
Tallmadge & Watson, George W. Maher, and other
renowned architects.
This
neighborhood, subdivided from the farm once owned by
pioneer Henry Austin, Sr., was considered in 1890 to be
"without question one of the best west of the city, the
land itself partly high ridge...the improvements being
made are first class."
Pre-paid reserved tickets are $30 ($25 for members).
Tickets can also be purchased for
$35 that day at Unity Church of the Daily Word (former
residence designed by George Maher), 405 N. Euclid.
Reservations can be made by
calling, e-mailing, or mailing a check to the Historical
Society
All proceeds benefit the
Historical Society, a not-for-profit community
organization. For more information call 708 848-6755 |
Unity Church of the
Daily Word
(former residence designed by George Maher),
405 N. Euclid
Oak Park |
Oak Park
Historical Society P. O. Box 771
Oak Park, 60303
708 848-6755
oprfhistorymatters@sbcglobal.net
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The Center for
Nonprofit Success Fundraising Summit
The Center for Nonprofit Success is a nonprofit organization
whose mission to provide the training, knowledge and resources to
help nonprofit leaders succeed.
APRIL 22
• Panel discussion and dialogue with grantmakers 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Proposal writing 1:00 - 3:00 pm
• Finding funders: the art of successful research 1:00 - 3:00 pm
• Exploring the world of corporate sponsorship 1:00 - 3:00 pm
• Cause Marketing: building profitable relationships with corporate
partners 3:30 - 5:00 pm
• Winning proposals: four successful case studies 3:30 - 5:00 pm
• How to build a successful relationship with grantmakers 3:30 -
5:00 pm
APRIL 23
• Engaging your board 8:00 - 10:00 am
• Special events fundraising 8:00 - 10:00 am
• Online fundraising: harnessing technology to build and maintain
relationships 9:00 - 12:30 pm
• Major gifts 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
• Annual giving 1:30 - 3:00 pm
• Planned giving 1:30 - 3:00 pm
• Direct mail fundraising 3:30 - 5:00 pm
• Fundraising in the one-person development shop: making the most
of a shoestring budget 1:30 - 5:00 pm
• Capital campaigns 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Please note that seminars are offered separately so that you only
register for the seminars you are interested in attending.
For more information about the Chicago Summit, go to:
http://www.cfnps.org/chicago2008.aspx Other items of interest:
A. Job Bank
The Center for Nonprofit Success has created a Job Bank for
nonprofit leaders who are looking to post jobs or find jobs. We
created the job bank in response to many requests from people
around the country for a place to post or find nonprofit jobs.
Please feel free to check out the job bank, and forward it to
people who might be interested in using it. You can find the link
at: http://cfnps.org/jobs.aspx
B. Mentoring Program
The Center for Nonprofit Success now has over 85 mentors in our
mentor pool. Our mentors our seasoned nonprofit leaders who have
achieved success in various areas of nonprofit management
including fundraising and grantwriting. When you sign up for a
mentor, we will put you in touch with three experts in the area
that you most need help. Your conversation might either be 15
minutes long or lead to an ongoing mentoring relationship. It's
totally up to you! You can learn more about our mentoring program
by going to:
http://www.cfnps.org/mentoring.aspx
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Illinois Institute of Technology
Hermann Union Building
(Hermann Hall)
HH Ballroom East
3300 South federal Street
Chicago, Illinois
60616-3793
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Center for Nonprofit Success 3307 19th Street NW, Suite A4
Washington, DC 20010
Attention: Ivor Heyman,
Executive Director 202-483-0636 iheyman@cfnps.org www.cfnps.org
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26-27 |
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Lincoln Circuit Ride
Join us in celebration of Abraham Lincoln.
On the
first weekend April 26/27 the Lincoln
Circuit Ride will begin as Lincoln did; in Springfield.
On the second weekend October 11/12 the Lincoln
Circuit Ride will begin in Urbana. Motorcyclists will
lead all the conveyances that follow as this is a family
event. Over the two weekends, the ride will cover
approximately 500 miles and make stops in many of
communities where Lincoln learned the words that
inspired our nation then and now.
Illinois' Old Eighth Judicial Circuit
provided the life experiences that made Abraham Lincoln
immortal. We will make every attempt to ride the same
roads and visit the same court houses as Abe. Bring your
children, grandchildren, friends and neighbors.
Bring your bike, car, truck or ride the trolley. This
collective memorial to Lincoln and the Old Eighth
Judicial Circuit which shaped his life began in 1914
with the Alliance Chapter of the DAR in
Champaign-Urbana.
Registration: $10 per weekend
Register at
www.lincolncircuitride.com |
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A.B.A.T.E. of
Illinois, Inc. 217/891-6297
sandy@lincolncircuitride.com |
May 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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10 am - Noon |
Chicago Portage National Historic Site Tour
Friends of the Chicago Portage announce the
first in their 2008 series of free public tours of the
Chicago Portage National Historic Site. This tour will
explore the “Birth Story” of Chicago from the geologic
beginnings of the Portage to how it is still
functioning in Chicago today. One of only two National
Historic Sites in Illinois,
the Chicago Portage National Historic Site is the only
place where you can stand on the same ground walked upon
by all the explorers, early settlers and creators of
Chicago.
Tours are approximately a 1/2 mile in length on
a gravel path through the woods and
take about two hours. Wear long pants and walking shoes
or boots.
Tours run rain or shine.
The late Tribune columnist John Husar, after touring the
site called
it: “Our sacred ground”. It is certainly Chicago’s
“Plymouth Rock”.
All tours are free and open to the public. |
The Chicago
Portage National Historic Site
4800 South
Harlem
(west side of Harlem Ave.
(7200W) just 2 blocks
north of the Stevenson Expressway (I55))
Chicago
Meet at the
monumental
statue of Joliet and Marquette and their Native
American guide at 10am. |
Friends of the Chicago
Portage Contact
Gary Mechanic
773-590-0710 (cell)
www.chicagoportage.org |
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4 |
6 pm |
Chicago Historical Society Project Sunday
Monthly documentary film series is held in
collaboration with ITVS and Kartemquin Films. May
4: Screaming Queens
This film explores the human rights struggle that
begin in 1966 when transgender women and gay
street-hustlers fought back against police harassment
for the first time in history.
Admission is free and open to the public |
Chicago
Historical Society 1601 North Clark Street
Chicago |
Chicago
History Museum 1601 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614
312-799-2161
dolan@chicagohistory.org
www.chicagohistory.org |
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8-10 |
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The Italian Cultural Center at Casa Italia presents: "Reconstructing Italians in Chicago:
Twenty Authors in Search of Roots and Branches" Sponsored by The Italian Cultural Center at Casa Italia,
the National Italian American Foundation, the Illinois Humanities Council,
The Italian American Executives of Transportation,
Leonard Amari and Freddy's Pizza
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Casa Italia
Stone Park, IL |
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Mother's Day
Mother's Day. After almost a decade of organizing by
Anna Jarvis, the US Congress established Mother's Day as
a national holiday in 1914, and it was signed into law
by President Woodrow Wilson on May 8 of that year. |
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11 |
7 -8 pm |
Naperville Heritage Society:
Speaking of the past...
Lecture series highlights famous Americans
Second Sunday of the month, October through May
Louisa May Alcott:
Louisa May Alcott earned international fame as the
author of Little Women and other books based on
her life. In this program by historian and actress
Leslie Goddard, meet the author behind these beloved
works, who also volunteered as a nurse during the Civil
War.
Tickets: $6 ($5/students and Sustaining Members)
Season Pass (best deal): $30 ($25/students and
sustaining members) |
Century
Memorial Chapel
Naper Settlement523 S Webster
Naperville, IL |
Naperville
Heritage Society 523 S Webster
Naperville, IL
60540-6517
Office: 630.420.6010
Event Hotline: 630.305.5555
towncrier@naperville.il.us
www.napersettlement.museum |
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11 |
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Wilmette Historical Museum:
Local History Lecture SeriesSeries
featuring illustrated lectures, followed by discussion.
The Depression, War and Baby Boom in Wilmette, by
Gale Roberson.
Admission: $5 (free to Museum members) |
Wilmette
Historical Museum |
Wilmette
Historical Museum 609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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Wilmette Historical Museum:
2008 Housewalk
A tour of historic Wilmette including a lakefront estate
from the 1930s with thirteen bathrooms, secret hallways,
and an underground moat; a stunning transformation of an
1870s home that began by looking to see what lay beneath
old exterior stucco; a Sheridan Road gem from the 1920s,
complete with original windows from the Tip Top Tap in
Chicago; an exclusive tour of a luxurious private club
that is also an architectural showcase. |
Wilmette
Historical Museum |
Wilmette
Historical Museum 609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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18 |
1 - 4 pm |
Palatine Historical Society
Cemetery Walk Tours begin every 15 minutes
and last about 45 minutes.
This year will bring Clarinda Cady to the cemetery.
she was born on a farm in Deer Grove before Palatine
existed. The Cady Cemetery was started on the farm.
Judge Rollin Williamson will talk about the years he
worked as a telegraph operator at the train station
before he became a judge in Chicago, Henry Law will tell
stories about his years as a policeman 100 years ago,
Emma Stroker will provide a glimpse into life at the
Hunnerberg Hotel, and two other 'ghostly' visitors will
make an appearance to provide more insights into
Palatine's history.
Tickets: $5/adults; $4/members; $2/children |
Palatine
Public Library |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847.991.6460 |
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20 |
7 pm |
Sangamon County Historical
Society Program:
History of the Sangamon County Fair |
Lincoln
Library
Carnegie Room North |
Sangamon
County Historical Society
308 East Adams St.
Springfield, IL 62701
schs@sancohis.org |
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21 |
7:15 pm |
Palatine Historical Society:
Yes Virginia, Sears DID Sell Barns Rebecca
Hunter offers insight into ultimate catalog shopping in
the early 1920's, when shoppers could order barns and
outbuildings. |
Palatine
Public Library |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847.991.6460 |
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June 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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7-8 |
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Okawville Heritage House Museum
Annual Banquet Heritage Days: pies and
baked goods, flea market, auction, entertainment (Venedy
Band and Chris Talley Trio) |
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Okawville
Heritage House Museum P O Box 305
Okawville, IL 62271 |
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7-8 |
10 am - 5 pm |
Okawville House Museum Heritage
Days Demonstrations of old-time crafts and
chores using original equipment, turtle races, 'fish
pond,' hoopla races, goofy golf, outdoor bowling,
knock-down-the-milk-bottles, candle dipping, rope
making, corn shelling, and surry rides ($3).
Bratwurst, hot dogs, hamburgers, pulled pork BBQ
sandwiches, pork chops, homemade German potato salad,
corn on the cob, potato pancakes with apple butter,
home-baked bread and more will be available.
A wide variety of musical entertainment is scheduled. |
Heritage
House Museum
114 West Walnut Street
Okawville |
Heritage
House Museum
P O Box 305
Okawville, IL 62271(618) 243-5535
Heritage House and Museum of Okawville Okawville IL
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Wilmette Historical Museum:
Local History Lecture SeriesSeries
featuring illustrated lectures, followed by discussion.
Local Issues in Wilmette since 1969, by Vernon
Squires.
Admission: $5 (free to Museum members) |
Wilmette
Historical Museum |
Wilmette
Historical Museum 609 Ridge Road
Wilmette, IL 60091-2441
847-853-7666
www.wilmettehistory.org |
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12 - 5 pm |
Arlington Heights Historical
Society:
15th Annual Historical Society House Walk
Series featuring illustrated lectures, followed by
discussion.
Local Issues in Wilmette since 1969, by Vernon
Squires.
Admission: $5 (free to Museum members) |
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Arlington
Heights Historical Society 110 West Fremont Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5953
847-255-1225
www.ahmuseum.org
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8:30 am - 4
pm |
The Military History
Education Group
10th Annual Summer Conference
Russell S. Bonds: Stealing
the General: The Great Locomotive Chase and the First
Medal of Honor
Dr. Orville Vernon Burton:
The Age of Lincoln
Dr. Glenn W. LaFantasie:
Gettysburg and Its Perfect Heroes
Wesley Millett: Solving
the Mystery of the Lost Confederate Gold |
Yoder's Kitchen Banquet Facility
Arthur, IL |
The Military Education Group
535 North Iowa
P O Box 560
Atwood, IL 61913-0560
217.578.2262
cwhist@yahoo.com |
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Father's Day
Father's Day. President Lyndon Johnson established
Father's Day as the third weekend in June in 1966. |
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Country School Association of
America
8th Annual Conference
The 8th Annual CSAA Conference will
be held June 16-18, 2007 at Miami University in
Oxford, Ohio. Take part in the quality programming
offered by dedicated country school researchers and
re-enactors. As a highlight of the conference, visit
the McGuffey Museum and 6 Butler County country
schools on the always popular Wednesday bus tour.
Registration deadline for the
conference is May 20, 2008...
Over 3500 historic schools (from
the National Register of Historic Places) are now on
our website.
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Miami
University Oxford, Ohio |
Country
School Association of America
Newsletter:
http://csaa.typepad.com
One Room School Group:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/oneroom/ |
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7:15 pm |
Palatine Historical Society:
House and Garden Walk A tour of beautiful
homes and gardens in Palatine.
Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 on site; may be
purchased at the Clayson House Museum, Park District,
Zimmer's Hardware Store, or through the Historical
Society. |
Palatine
Public Library |
Palatine
Historical Society 224 East Palatine Road
P O Box 134
Palatine, IL 60078-0134
847.991.6460 |
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OCTOBER 2008
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Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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7 - 9 pm |
Oswego Cemetery Walk
Groups of 8-10 people will be guided through the
cemetery to speak with the 'ghosts' of some of Oswego's
most historic residents throughout the evening.
Free Admission |
Oswego
Township Cemetery South Main Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association and Oswego Public Library District
72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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4 |
12:30 - 3:30
pm |
Scrapbooking Oswego History
Come help celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the Village
of Oswego by making a commemorative 12" x 12" scrapbook
using professional scrapbooking cardstock, stamps, and
paper punches. Participants will also receive a free
sheet protector. Presenter is Julie Piesciuk, an
independent scrapbook demonstrator. Participants can
arrive and complete their projects (allow 20 minutes per
project) any time between 12:30 and 3:30 pm.
Admission: $5 (advance); $8 (door)
Early Registration Recommended (space is limited) |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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12-4 (last
tour starts at 3:15) |
Sangamon County Historical Society
12th Annual ‘Echoes of Yesteryear’ cemetery
walk through Oak Ridge Cemetery
This year the walk is commemorating the 100th
anniversaries of both the Abraham Lincoln Association
(originally named the Lincoln Centennial Commission) and
the 1908 race riots in Springfield with four individuals
representing each.
The
'Historama' area will again feature exhibits by
historical associations, the popular Prairieland
Dulcimers will be providing a musical backgrounds;
a wonderful concession will offer popcorn,
cookies and cider; Society book sales and the
Springfield International Folk Dancers.
Price/admission – Free, but donation requested
A trolley will be available to take visitors from their
cars to the start and back. |
Oak Ridge
Cemetery, 1440 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702 |
Sangamon
County Historical Society 308 East Adams Street
Springfield, IL 62701
217-522-2500
www.sancohis.org
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6-10 |
4:30 -
5:30 pm |
Travel Illinois
(Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
Sharpen your map reading skills while learning to
improve budgeting time and money by planning a creative
road trip through the Land of Lincoln. Skills learned
will allow participants to plan an actual Illinois Road
Trip within their budgets.
Admission: $9(residents of Oswegoland Park
District)/$14 (non-residents) |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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ISHS Annual Tour
Get ready for a grand adventure this fall as the ISHS
explores Bishop Hill, the Swedish utopian community
established in 1846 by religious separatists in Henry
County. This small town in north central Illinois holds
onto its unique Swedish heritage and is one of the most
popular and distinctive historic sites in the state.
Participants will tour the Bishop Hill colony museum and
see the renowned Olof Krans’ paintings, which document
the history of this simple agrarian community; dine on
Swedish meatballs and noodles at the Red Oaks Inn; tour
the colony church and historic hotel; explore the
traditional arts and crafts in the village blacksmith
shop; and take home delicious pastries from the Bishop
Hill Colony Bakery.
Other tour sites along the way include:
Historic Knoxville, the first county seat of Knox
County; the Galesburg Railroad Museum; and Underground
Railroad hideaways in and around Galesburg, an
abolitionist stronghold in ante-bellum Illinois. Society
travelers will also sample wines prepared by local
vintners.
On day two of the Fall Tour participants
will attend the 23rd annual Lincoln Colloquium (see page
34), this year at the Lincoln Studies Center at Knox
College and themed “The Lincoln-Douglas Debates,” to
coincide with the 150th anniversary of the historic
debates. Guest speakers include some of the finest
Lincoln scholars in the nation—Garry Wills, Allen C.
Guelzo, Rodney Davis, James M. McPherson, and David
Zarefsky. The Colloquium fee (and lunch) is included in
the tour registration.
Registration: $175 ($155/members)
Registration available at:
http://www.historyillinois.org/Meetings_Events/meetings_annual_tour_2008.htm
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Galesburg,
Illinois |
Illinois
State Historical Society
P O Box 1800, Springfield, IL 62701
217-525-2871
www.historyillinois.org
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11-12 |
12:30 -
3:30 pm |
Awesome Apple Heads
Since the Oswego area was settled, apples have been
baked, canned, dried, and pressed. Now you can carve
your own apple head, complete with eyes, ears, nose, and
mouth. This traditional folk art makes a great fall
decoration and can be used as a spooky addition to every
family's Halloween fun. .
Free Admission |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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11-12 |
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Lincoln Colloquium |
Lincoln
Studies Center
Galesburg |
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Lincoln Circuit Ride
Join us in celebration of Abraham Lincoln.
On the
first weekend April 26/27 the Lincoln
Circuit Ride will begin as Lincoln did; in Springfield.
On the second weekend October 11/12 the Lincoln
Circuit Ride will begin in Urbana. Motorcyclists will
lead all the conveyances that follow as this is a family
event. Over the two weekends, the ride will cover
approximately 500 miles and make stops in many of
communities where Lincoln learned the words that
inspired our nation then and now.
Illinois' Old Eighth Judicial Circuit
provided the life experiences that made Abraham Lincoln
immortal. We will make every attempt to ride the same
roads and visit the same court houses as Abe. Bring your
children, grandchildren, friends and neighbors.
Bring your bike, car, truck or ride the trolley. This
collective memorial to Lincoln and the Old Eighth
Judicial Circuit which shaped his life began in 1914
with the Alliance Chapter of the DAR in
Champaign-Urbana.
Registration: $10 per weekend
Register at
www.lincolncircuitride.com |
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A.B.A.T.E. of
Illinois, Inc. 217/891-6297
sandy@lincolncircuitride.com |
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7 pm |
October
Meeting of the Moultrie County Historical & Genealogical
Society Mr. Wendell Brown of Sullivan, IL, will relate
his experience with the old art of "witching" for
various underground materials such as metals.
Refreshments will be served following the meeting.
Registration is free and open to the public. |
Heritage
Center
117 East Harrison Street
Sullivan |
Moultrie
County Historical Society & Genealogical Society P O
Box 588
Sullivan, IL 61951-0588
217-728-4085
www.moultriecountyil.tripod.com |
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7 - 8:30 pm |
Ridge Historical Society:
Generation X Ghosts -- The Newest Hauntings in Chicago
Lecture and slide show, followed by refreshments and
conversation with Richard Crowe, Chicago's first and
most famous full-time ghost-hunter. This program will be
the grand premiere of Crowe's newest program, exploring
the latest generation of ghosts in Chicago.
Admission: $35/members; $45/non-members |
Mt.
Greenwood Cemetery Chapel 2900 W. 11th Street
Chicago |
Ridge
Historical Society 10621 South Seeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-1675
ridgehistory@hotmail.com
www.ridgehistoricalsociety.org |
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7 am - 8 pm |
McLean
County Museum of History Motorcoach Tour Series:
" A Day of History" in Chicago
Tour the National Vietnam Veterans
Art Museum and Chicago History Museum. Lunch (from
Wolfgang Puck Catering) will be served at the Chicago
History Museum, and the bus will stop for dinner on the
way home.
The National Vietnam Veterans Art
Museum inspires greater understanding of hte real impact
of war with a focus on the Vietnam War. The Museum
collects, preserves, and exhibits art inspired by combat
and created by veterans. Also on display is the "Above &
Beyond Memorial," comprised of more than 58,000 dogtags
for each of the service men and women who died in the
Vietnam War.
The Chicago History Museum's
permanent exhibit, "Chicago: Crossroads of America,"
explores Chicago's
changing economy, challenging crises, diverse
neighborhoods, groundbreaking innovations, and lively
cultural scene. Wander through these galleries to
discover the legendary stories, from the Great Chicago
Fire of 1871 to Riverview Park or the renowned rivalry
of the Cubs vs. Sox. Other special exhibits on display
are "Catholic Chicago" and "Chic Chicago: Couture
Treasures from the Chicago History Museum."
Seating is limited to 44
passengers.
Cost person: $90 (includes
transportation, lunch, and admission to all attractions)
Reservation deadline: September
24, 2008 |
Tour departs
from McLean County Museum of History 200 North Main
Street
Bloomington |
McLean
County Museum of History 200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-827-0428
www.McHistory.org
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11:30 am and
2:30 pm |
Premier Performance of "Take Your Places, Ladies!"
This play will be part of a Centennial Celebration of a Woman's Suffrage
Movement Parade in Boone, IA. The original parade was either the first,
or maybe the only, such parade in Iowa, and occurred in 1908.
The re-enactment of the parade will begin at 11:30 am,
the play will begin at 2:30. |
Boone, IA |
Joyce Schulte joyceschulte@iowatelecom.net
641.202.0355 |
NOVEMBER 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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12:00 -
3:30 pm |
Living History Sunday: Veterans
Day Remembrance The World War II
Reenactment Society will bring the history of 1940s to
life with period uniforms and artifacts, and possibly a
restored vehicle to pay tribute to men and women who
served the nation during WW II. A special one-day
exhibition of some of the museum's rarest war-related
memorabilia will be held in conjunction with the event.
Free Admission |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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3 -
4:15 pm |
Mother/Daughter Victorian
Celebration Discover the art of Victorian
fun. Mothers and daughters are invited to taken an
afternoon to learn a Victorian game, make a
Victoriancraft to take home, share tea with
refreshments, and have a picture taken to remember this
special day.
Registration is required.
$11 (Oswegoland Park Districtresidents)/$16
(non-residents) |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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7 pm |
Rescuing an Oswego Landmark:
The Little White School MuseumStarting in
1977, a dedicated group of local residents saved the
Little White School from demolition and began its
restoration as a community museum. See how the
restoration project was accomplished and learn some
techniques that could be applied to your own restoration
projects as museum director Roger Matile outlines the
30-year rescue project in a multi-media presentation.
Tours of the building will follow for interested
participants.
$5 (Oswegoland Park District residents)/$9
(non-residents) |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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DECEMBER 2008
| Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Sponsor |
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7 pm |
Tin Punching for the Entire
Family Pierced tin items not only look
great but also have a long history of use in the home.
Explore the art of tin punching by creating a 3" x 5"
punched tin artwork.
Free Admission (pre-registration required) |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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13-14 |
7 pm |
Christmas Fun Make and Take
Craft Activity
for Children of all AgesStop by the museum
and make some old-fashioned holiday decorations to take
home and share. These Victorian-themed crafts will add a
special touch to any holiday celebration.
Free Admission (no registration required) |
Little While
School Museum 72 Polk Street
Oswego
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Oswegoland
Heritage Association 72 Polk Street
Box 23
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2999
info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org
www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org |
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