Join us for a fun and informative presentation by professor of history and baseball historian Bruce Allardice. Listen as he describes the early days of “America’s Game” and its context in society and Downers Grove. The 2025 Downers Grove Historical Society Annual Member Meeting will take place after the presentation. Drinks and snacks will be […]
Location: Belmont Golf Club Time: Tee offs begin at 11:00 AM Call 630-963-1306 for more information and to register The Belmont Golf Club (est. 1892) and the Downers Grove Historical Society have teamed up to bring you the 47th annual Pine Hollow Open. All golfers 18 years of age and up are eligible to compete […]
Celebrate the 2025 Downers Grove Founder of the Year, Anna Parker Paige, and her incredible contributions both in the community and inside the home by learning how to make soap with Soapy Roads of Lombard. Contact the Adult and Teen Services desk at [email protected] with questions. Registration opens April 15 and is required. Register here.
Mark your calendar! The Historical Society is pleased to host a special evening at the historic Tivoli Theatre. Specifics for the program have not been finalized, but you can save the date ... April 30, 2025. Documentary Premiere! The Historical Society is partnering with Jim Toth of Node Films to premiere his new documentary titled […]
A presentation by Scott Mehaffey, Executive Director of the Edith Farnsworth House. Doors open at 6:30 pm with light refreshments. Registration will begin in March.
Spend a spring day at Country in the Park -- part of the annual Downers Grove FoundersFest celebration. Families will visit with farm animals, play 1850's pioneer-era games and more! This event is free. Petting Zoo, Games, Exhibits and Live Music! Hosted by: Downers Grove Park District, Downers Grove Public Library, & Downers Grove Historical […]
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