Gilbert Street That’s an intriguing question! While the exact origins aren’t fully confirmed, it’s widely believed that Gilbert Avenue was named after Norman Gilbert, an early settler of Downers Grove.
The Downers Grove Historical Society would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to the family of Montrew Dunham for their generous monetary donation made in honor of their beloved mother
Downtown Downers Grove was alive with energy last Thursday as the DG Historical Society’s History on Tap pub crawlers hit the streets. The sold-out event brought together local history trivia enthusiasts
A heartfelt thank you to some talented local citizens and the Paper Moon Players, a group of local youth, for bringing the stories of Downers Grove’s founders to life in
None of the more than 50 people who attended the Montrew Dunham Award Ceremony to honor Mary Ellen Young on October 5th were surprised by her receiving the honor. Her
Whether your passion lies in architecture, engaging with community-minded individuals, or exploring historic sites, this summer’s lineup from the Downers Grove Historical Society (DGHS) offered a rich array of experiences.
Illinois, the “Prairie State”, has one of the last historic Illinois tall grass prairies left, right here in Downers Grove. This prairie is truly one of Downers Grove’s natural treasures.
Continuing our “What’s In A Name?” series, we are highlighting Breasted Street, named in honor of Dr. James Henry Breasted (1865 – 1935). Breasted Street, located one block south of
The Irving Heartt House to be Replaced with 3-Story Multi-Family Building Last month, the DG Village Council unanimously approved the demolition of The Irving Heartt House for construction of a
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
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