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What a year! The Downers Grove Historical Society celebrated a milestone in 2024, with memberships reaching an impressive 411—a testament to the community’s enthusiasm for preserving and celebrating our town’s
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Gilbert Avenue & Gilbert Park 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
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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
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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
History on Tap Hits the Mark! Read More »
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
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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
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The Downers Grove Historical Society has named Mary Ellen Young as the recipient of the 2024 Montrew Dunham Award. The Montrew Dunham Award was established in 2019 by the Downers
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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.
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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.
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