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As a historical society, we receive many interesting requests via emails and phone calls. One recent phone call that came in recently was from a Chicago Tribune feature writer who
History and hospitality came together on October 4 as the Downers Grove Historical Society recognized First United Methodist Church as its 2026 Historic Site of the Year. Many worshippers stayed
The Holmes’ Little Library with a Big Connection to Downers Grove History What happens when a love of books, architecture, history and road trips comes together with some impressive woodworking
Residents lined Main Street on Memorial Day as the community came together to honor the men and women who gave their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
As Memorial Day approaches, communities across America prepare to honor the men and women who gave their lives to the nation in military service. In Downers Grove, one meaningful place
Downers Grove Historical Society President Marty Acks will be the featured speaker at the January meeting of the Computer Assisted Genealogy Group of Northern Illinois (CAGGNI), sharing the story of
Venard Road Venard Road sits in the north section of Downers Grove, its South end beginning at Ogden Avenue and winding its way north. As it stretches northward, it skirts
In honor of Veterans Day on November 11th, we’re remembering Downers Grove’s own Fred Faulkner Lester — a Navy Corpsman whose bravery at the Battle of Okinawa during World War
The Downers Grove Historical Society and the Downers Grove Public Library partnered to honor the library’s original Carnegie Library site as the 2025 Historic Site at a special ceremony on
The Downers Grove Historical Society is entering a new chapter in leadership while honoring the contributions of the past. After serving as president for nearly four years, Amy Gassen is stepping down
