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Check Out Our DG Historical Society Sponsors!

Support our local businesses that give back to the community – and enjoy exclusive DGHS Member discounts! Each quarter, we’ll spotlight five of our sponsors. By shopping with them, you’ll

What’s In A Name? Challen Place

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

2024

Historical Highlights of Twenty-Four!

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

What’s In A Name?

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

History on Tap Hits the Mark!

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

They Brought the Cemetery to Life!

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

DGHS Summer Recap: From Homes to Prairies

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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