March roared in like a lion for DGHS with the Mochel Documentary presentation selling out twice! Following that, FoundersFest Week “Finding Freedom In The Grove” was a resounding success! Throughout […]
This Spring Was A Busy One For DGHS! Read More »
Avery Coonley School is the only property in Downers Grove listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Historical Society is proud to offer you a rare opportunity
Rare Opportunity to Step Inside Avery Coonley School Read More »
What’s In A Street Name? Many of the streets in Downers Grove are named for founders of Downers Grove. Our focus in this article is Carpenter Street, named in honor
17 years ago, in 2007: George W. Bush was President. Illinois Senator Barack Obama launched his campaign for President. The Tesla Roadster debuted. Apple sold its first iPhone. Beyoncé’s Irreplaceable
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On Wednesday evening, over 350 people gathered at the historic Tivoli Theatre to see the newest documentary, The 1846 Blodgett House, by Jim Toth of Node Films. Jim produced the
Tivoli Premiere an Impressive Success Read More »
Our mission is to educate our citizens and visitors about the rich history of Downers Grove so there is a desire to preserve it for future generations. We believe that
May is National Preservation Month Read More »
This year the Downers Grove Historical Society is making great strides in the membership department. One area in which we’re working extra hard is business memberships. Historically (pardon the pun)
Forging New Connections Read More »
Two of the most unique monuments in the Main Street Cemetery are the stones for the Wells family. John Manning Wells born in 1848 and died in 1932. Born in
Unique Main Street Cemetery Monuments Read More »
Held in April every year, National Volunteer Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions of volunteers. We greatly appreciate the dedication of our volunteers, who generously contribute
April – National Volunteer Month Read More »
Did you know that Downers Grove used to have a chapter in the Wildflower Preservation Society of America? Founded on February 8, 1921, their mission was to encourage the preservation
April Showers Bring May [Wild]Flowers! Read More »
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