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The Grand Union Flag, the first to represent all the 13 colonies in the Revolutionary War, was accepted officially by George Washington on January 2, 1776. The 13 red and […]
Our Flag Over the Years Read More »
Congratulations to the winners of our third annual Downtown Downers Grove Architectural Scavenger Hunt. They are: Kristina Vesic Daniel Krzeczkowski Joe Turek Scott Sejnost Answers! Week One answers Week Two
Scavenger Hunt a Success! Read More »
The Downers Grove American Legion and VFW Posts honored World War II veteran and businessman John Mochel with a color guard on May 16th to celebrate his 100th birthday. John
Pillar of the community, John Mochel Jr., celebrates 100! Read More »
Upon his arrival in Downers Grove in 2015, Toth swiftly immersed himself in the activities of the Historical Society. Soon thereafter he was on the Board of Directors. His keen awareness of
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The Downers Grove Historical Society is pleased to announce it has chosen the Downers Grove Library as its “Historic Site of the Year.” This year was specially chosen as 2025
Library Named Historic Site of the Year Read More »
The Inspiring Story of Dr. Dieter Gruen You can now see Jim Toth’s compelling NODE Films production: Change: A Warming Warning. The film chronicles the extraordinary life and work of Dr.
Now available: “Change: A Warming Warning” Read More »
This year is off to an incredible start, with six historic homes already recognized through the Downers Grove Historic Home Program! The Downers Grove Museum staff and Historical Society Historic
Historic Home Program recognizes SIX new homes! Read More »
