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 so far in 2025! Read More »
The Baked Apple provided a warm and welcoming setting for the Downers Grove Historical Society’s member meeting on Sunday, March 23. Attendees kicked off the gathering with a spread of
Stepping Up to the Plate: Historical Society Explores Baseball’s Past at Member Meeting Read More »
Mark your calendars for a week filled with exciting events celebrating Downers Grove’s rich history and community spirit! See here for details! Saturday, April 26 – Pine Hollow Golf Tournament
Save the Date(s) for FoundersFest 2025! Read More »
Support local businesses that give back to our community—and take advantage of exclusive discounts for DGHS members! Cadence Kitchen Good Beats. Great Eats. At the intersection of Burlington Avenue
Meet Five of Our DG Historical Society Sponsors! Read More »
The Downers Grove Historical Society has named Anna Parker Paige as the 2025 Founder of the Year, recognizing her enduring contributions to the early Downers Grove community. A special ceremony
2025: Anna Parker Paige Read More »
Check out our new Notable Women in Downers Grove History page! In celebration of Women’s History Month this March, the Downers Grove Historical Society is honoring remarkable women who have
March is National Women’s History Month Read More »
Honoring Helen Kenyon (1846-1937) March is Women’s History Month, and one Downers Grove street pays tribute to a remarkable local woman. Helen Kenyon, known as “Aunt Helen,” lived at 5427
What’s In A Name? Kenyon Street Read More »
Downers Grove “Tonsorial” Artist in the 1880s Born in Germany in 1850, Henry Selig immigrated to America in 1875. He married Agusta, and together they raised several children. By the
Thanks to all who participated in the recent Downtown Architectural Scavenger Hunt. Special thanks to Eric Schmidt and Orange & Brew Bottle Shop for administering and the generous gift card
Scavenger Hunt Answers & Winners Read More »
A Street Named for Challen Kelly Sievers In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 5, we’re highlighting a newer street in Downers Grove named after
What’s In A Name? Challen Place Read More »
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