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The house at 4832 Wallbank Avenue will be known as The Emil and Marie Sirp House, honoring the family who lived there the longest—from 1928 to 1950. The house sits […]
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The Downers Grove Historical Society and the Downers Grove Museum’s Historic Home Program is pleased to recognize the home at 5306 Washington Street as one of the community’s historic residences.
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Belden Avenue is a short, one-block street, starting just south of the tracks, running from Curtiss Street to Maple Avenue—but its name connects to one of Downers Grove’s earliest and
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Early Life and Education Virginia Allen Stehney was a pioneering educator, environmental advocate, and dedicated civic leader whose work left a lasting impact on Downers Grove and beyond. Born in
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This March, as we celebrate Women’s History Month, which celebrates the contributions women have made to American history, culture, and society, we honor seven remarkable women whose lives helped shape
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This Thursday we’re bringing Downers Grove history to life at O’Neill Middle School’s Multicultural Festival from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Stop by our booth where we will be showing off
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A new book celebrating our community’s rich heritage is being published by a long-time local author. Greg Elisha has released Downers Grove: Past and Present, a volume that explores the village’s evolution
NEW BOOK:
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Jessica North MacDonald lived a long and accomplished life devoted to literature, art, and the advancement of women’s education. While she is often remembered as the sister of noted author Sterling
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A Life in Bloom With a name like Lilly, it seems only fitting that flowers would shape the course of her life. Born in Hinsdale, Illinois, in 1894, Lilly began
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Minnie Harriet Jones Prince was far more than the wife of prominent real estate developer Earl Prince. In her own right, she was a civic leader, organizer, educator, and advocate
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