Navigation Menu
Drew Street — A One-Block Legacy with a Big Story Tucked into the north side of Downers Grove, Drew Street may be just one block long, but its name carries […]
What’s In A Name? Drew Street Read More »
The Historic Home located at 5427 Main Street is one of the oldest homes in Downers Grove. The structure was built as the Baptist Church’s parsonage in 1865. The home
“The Parsonage” Recognized as Historic Home Read More »
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 »
In 1915, where our current library now stands, the Downers Grove Carnegie Library was built for the community — a cornerstone of knowledge, education, and civic pride. The idea of
The Carnegie Library Site Read More »
Shop local, support those who support us — plus enjoy special discounts just for DGHistorical Society members! Node Films – Quality, Affordable, Chicago Based Video Production. If your local business
Spotlight on Five More DG Historical Society Sponsors Read More »
The new signs are up, the pergola has been refinished and the Main Street Cemetery is looking great. Huge thanks to Historical Society Board Members Kurt Metzler and Lois Sterba
Update at the Main Street Cemetery! Read More »
Mark Your Calendars! Save the date: Saturday, October 4, 2025! Join us in celebrating the incredible Lisa Rasin, who is being honored as the 2025 Montrew Dunham Award recipient by
Lisa Rasin to be Honored with 2025 Montrew Dunham Award Read More »
Chances are, if you live in Downers Grove, you’ve crossed the familiar footbridge in Maple Grove at least once. With its concrete deck and simple wooden rails, the bridge has
End of an Era: Maple Grove’s Century-Old Footbridge Set for Replacement 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 »
The Story Behind Bush Place In this quarter’s What’s In A Name? series, we’re taking a closer look at one of Downers Grove’s smallest streets — Bush Place. Tucked away on the
What’s In A Name? Bush Place Read More »
