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SUMMARY:The History of Avery Coonley School
DESCRIPTION:Avery Coonley School Head of School\, Dr. Kirsty Montgomery\, Ph.D will give a presentation on the history and architecture of this wonderful historic private school in Downers Grove. Following the presentation\, small group guided tours will be available. \n\n6:00 Reception on the patio with Refreshments included\n6:45 Program\n7:30 Tours See note below regarding the Tour waitlist\n\nAbout Dr. Montgomery\nDr. Kirsty Montgomery is a British-born educator and administrator with a BA from Northwestern and two MAs and a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. Dr. Montgomery has taught history to 3-12 grades. She served on the faculty of the Illinois Math and Science Academy and Omniscope Academy as well as teaching at Oakton Community College\, Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development\, and the University of Chicago. She has presented at academic conferences across the globe and has published several articles\, book entries\, and publications. Dr. Montgomery was most recently Head of School at Lakeview Academy in Georgia and prior to that\, she led Northwestern’s Osher Institute. \nAbout the School\nAvery Coonley school was selected as the Historical Society’s Historic Site of the Year in 2006. To learn more\, click here. \n\nIf Tours are sold out… \n…there will be a waitlist at the door. If you would like to tour the school\, you can come a few minutes early and get on the waitlist. Unclaimed tour tickets will be given in the order on the waitlist. You must attend the event to get on the waitlist.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/the-history-of-avery-coonley-school/
LOCATION:Avery Coonley School\, 1400 Maple Ave.\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20240301T164026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T180924Z
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SUMMARY:1846 Blodgett House Plaque Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The Downers Grove Historical Society will present a plaque to the Downers Grove Museum that recognizes the 1846 Blodgett House as being a part of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/museum-plaque-presentation/
LOCATION:1846 Blodgett House\, 831 Maple Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event,FoundersFest
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20240225T183018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T011624Z
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SUMMARY:Founder of the Year Ceremony: Israel Blackburn
DESCRIPTION:Free to the public. \nDG Historical Society is pleased to announce Israel Larry Blackburn as the Founder of the Year for 2024. \nIsrael Larry Blackburn was born into slavery on a plantation in Kentucky in 1818. He lived there until 1865\, when he joined the Union Army and was assigned to the 124th U.S. Colored Infantry.  He earned the rank of sergeant before his discharge six months later. \nBlackburn then moved his family north to Downers Grove. \nTo learn more\, click here >
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/2024-foty/
LOCATION:Main Street Cemetery\, 5158 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event,FoundersFest
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20241021T213358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T105934Z
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SUMMARY:Country in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Spend a spring day at Country in the Park — part of the annual Downers Grove Historical Society’s 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! \nHosted by: DG Park District\, DG Library & DG Historical Society \nPetting Zoo Sponsor: The Grove Foundation
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/country-in-the-park-2024/
LOCATION:The Downers Grove Museum\, 831 Maple Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:Community Event,DGHS Event,FoundersFest
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20240209T185743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T150359Z
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SUMMARY:“The 1846 Blodgett House” Documentary Premiere & Tivoli Theatre Tour
DESCRIPTION:1846 Blodgett House\nJoin us for the movie premiere of History Happens Here: The 1846 Blodgett House\, a documentary about the Blodgett family\, their home and the underground railroad and abolitionists in Downers Grove. \nPrior to the presentation of the film Jim Toth will be recognized by the Downers Grove Historical Society as the Historian of the Year 2024\, an honor the society uses to recognize individuals who have significantly promoted and preserved Downers Grove History. \nA bar/concessions stand will be open for the entire event. \nPresented by: Jim Toth’s Node Films\, Downers Grove Historical Society & Classic Cinemas \nLocation: Tivoli Theater \n6:00 Doors Open / Wurlitzer Performance\n6:30 Tivoli Theatre History Presentation\n6:50 Presentation of the 2024 Historian of the Year Award\n7:00 Underground Railroad Documentary Premiere\n7:20 Intermission\n7:30 Tivoli Tours – Take a Tour!  [Tours are sold out\, but tickets to the movie premiere are still available] \nCost:\nMembers: $10 with tour / Free without tour\nNon-members: $20 with tour / $5 without tour [ Become a member now ]
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/underground-railroad/
LOCATION:Tivoli Theatre\, 5021 Highland Ave\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event,FoundersFest
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20240301T153359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T031653Z
UID:16006-1714215600-1714244400@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:Pine Hollow Open Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Location: Belmont Golf Club\nTime: Tee offs begin at 11:00 AM\nCost: Resident: $26 / Non-resident: $30 \nCall 630-963-1306 to register\nThe Belmont Golf Club (est. 1892) and the Downers Grove Historical Society have teamed up to bring you the 46th annual Pine Hollow Open. All golfers 18 years of age and up are eligible to compete in this 9-hole stroke play event. Hosted by DG Historical Society & Park District
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/pine-hollow-open-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Belmont Golf Club\, 2420 Haddow Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,FoundersFest
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20240203T151610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T215157Z
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SUMMARY:Mochel Video Encore & Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, we are hosting an encore presentation of The Mochel Family video.\nDo you remember Mochel’s Hardware or have you ever wondered for whom “Mochel Drive” was named? Take a stroll through Downers Grove History from 1884-1996 through the eyes of John and Doris Mochel as they recount tales of growing up in Downers and of their iconic Mochel’s Hardware Store. This film\, by Downers Grove filmmaker\, Jim Toth\, is packed with a treasure trove of private pictures from the Mochel Family Archives and depicts a life of hand pumping water at the kitchen sink\, outhouses\, coal bins and ice houses. Learn how John and Doris came together and built their future. Follow the lives of John’s grandfather\, father and John\, the three owners of this legendary Main Street hardware store-plus all the major events of each era: the Roaring ’20s\, the Great Depression\, World War II\, the Zephyr crash and the Main Street fire. John\, age 97\, will be joining us in person for a Q&A session along with filmmaker Jim Toth. Downers Grove Historical Society members will then be able to stay for the 2024 Annual Meeting. \nIf you like history\, you will love this event! \nWe hope you will join us.\n \nDate:           Saturday\, March 9\, from 12:30 to 3:00pm\nLocation:  Alter Brewing Company\, Barrel Room\, 2300 Wisconsin Ave.\n12:30pm:  Check in & Social Hour.\nComplimentary Angelo’s Pizza will be served.\n(Beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase)\n1:00pm:   Program begins\n1:45pm:    Q&A session ending at 2:00pm\n2:00pm:   Intermission\n2:15pm:    Annual Member Meeting ending at 3:00pm\nNew members may join before the film or during the intermission.\nMembers may attend just the Annual Meeting without watching the film. [Please RSVP by clicking on “Get Tickets Now” button below]\nPrice:       Free for DG Historical Society Members and $5 for non-members \nWatch the Trailer:
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/the-mochel-family-video-encore-presentation-annual-member-meeting/
LOCATION:Alter Brewing Company – Barrel Room\, 2300 Wisconsin Ave\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20240120T164052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T060624Z
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SUMMARY:The Mochel Family Video
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through Downers Grove History from 1884-1996 through the eyes of John and Doris Mochel as they recount tales of growing up in Downers and of the iconic Mochel’s Hardware store. This film\, by Downers Grove filmmaker\, Jim Toth\, is packed with a treasure trove of private pictures from the Mochel Family Archives and depicts a life of hand pumping water at the kitchen sink\, outhouse\, coal bins and ice houses. Follow the lives of John’s grandfather\, father and John\, the three owners of this legendary Main Street hardware store. Plus all the major events of each era: the Roaring ’20s\, the Great Depression\, World War II\, the Zephyr crash and the Main Street fire. John\, who turns 98 in May\, will be joining us in person to participate in a Q&A session along with filmmaker Jim Toth. If you like history\, you will love this event! \nHope you will join us. \n \nDate: Saturday\, February 17\, from 12:30 to 2:00pm\nLocation: Alter Brewing Company\, Barrel Room\, 2300 Wisconsin Ave.\n12:30pm: Check in & Social Hour. Dan’s Pizza will be served. (Beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase)\n1:00pm: Program begins\n1:45pm: Q&A session ending at 2:00pm. \nFree for DG Historical Society Members and $5 for non-members. \nWatch the Trailer:
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/the-mochel-family-video/
LOCATION:Alter Brewing Company – Barrel Room\, 2300 Wisconsin Ave\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20220422T130813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T014550Z
UID:769-1699549200-1699567200@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:2023 History on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are now on sale for the annual “History on Tap” pub crawl! This year we are excited to announce that we’ll be adding a seventh location to the crawl\, so you’ll have even more opportunities to brush up on your Downers Grove history. We’re also bringing back the after-party for food and chances to win gift certificates for those with all the right answers. \nTickets can be purchased by clicking the link below. Sales will end the day before the event and no tickets will be sold at the door.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/history-on-tap/
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230811T150605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T045530Z
UID:7449-1697882400-1697889600@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:2023 Living Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Living Cemetery is annual Society event that brings together the talents of local drama students and adult actors who depict the early settlers buried in the historic Main Street Cemetery. They tell the stories about how these brave pioneers made their way to our area and about their many contributions to creating the Village of Downers Grove. Making the cemetery living again is done with the help of the Paper Moon Players (directed by local resident Marilyn Ludwig) and the Living History Interpreters of the 8th Veterans Reserve Corps (directed by Craig Dorsey). \nEstablished in 1856\, the cemetery is a village landmark and the resting place of about 100 early Downers Grove residents. \nMore information about those buried in the Main Street Cemetery.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/2023-living-cemetery/
LOCATION:Main Street Cemetery\, 5158 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Living Cemetery
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230901T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T150551Z
UID:10504-1696683600-1696690800@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:2023 Montrew Dunham Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Bruce Swanson has been named the 2023 Montrew Dunham Award recipient by the Downers Grove Historical Society. \n“Holey” and “holy” are two words easily associated with Downers resident Bruce Swanson. He is an avid golfer who frequently plays nine holes or more\, and he is known for his charitable works. As a result\, the Downers Grove Historical Society (DGHS) is naming Swanson the recipient of its 2023 Montrew Dunham Award. This award honors those whose significant service and contributions to the Village of Downers Grove have earned them a place in its history. \nHe will be honored on October 7th at Lincoln Center (935 Maple Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL) at 1 pm;  the public is invited. Admission is free\, but pre-registration is requested; more details will be posted on the DGHS website in September. Many know him through his volunteer activities\, and many more enjoyed having him as a  5th or 6th grade teacher during his 30+ years with Downers Grove District 58.   If you have words of appreciation or anecdotes you would like to share\, please email the Downer Grove Historical Society at  info@downersgrovehistory.org.   And please let us know if you’ll be there. \nRegister to attend:\nTo RSVP\, click here.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/2023-montrew-dunham-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Lincoln Center\, 935 Maple Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230802T033638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T183509Z
UID:5586-1692291600-1692298800@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:Member-Only Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE Members Only Social Hour at Goldfinger Brewing!\nAs a way for us to show our appreciation for your loyalty\, the Downers Grove Historical Society is hosting a special event for its members at Goldfinger Brewing on Thursday\, August 17th from 5:00-7:00 pm. \nA food truck will be at the brewery and DGHS members who have registered for the event will receive a FREE sandwich\, chips\, and a soda (beer can be purchased separately). There will also be a brief presentation on the history of the Goldfinger property. \nThis is for current DGHS members only! This is a great opportunity to meet other members and learn more about the interesting history of Downers Grove. \nYou must register and select your meal(s) at the link below no later than Thursday\, August 10. \nMember-Only Sandwich Order Form
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/member-only-social-hour/
LOCATION:Goldfinger\, 513 Rogers St\, IL 60515\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230418T032331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T000508Z
UID:4824-1683374400-1683385200@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:Country in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Spend a spring afternoon at Country in the Park—part of the annual Downers Grove Founders Day celebration. Families will visit with farm animals\, play 1850’s pioneer-era games and more! There will also be live music –  “Songs of the Civil War” at 12 & 1pm. \nThis event is free.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/country-in-the-park/
LOCATION:The Downers Grove Museum\, 831 Maple Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:Community Event,DGHS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230418T033712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T033406Z
UID:4833-1683372600-1683374400@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:2023 Downers Grove Founder of the Year Recognition: Abigail Stearns Root
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, May 6\, 2023\, the Downers Grove Historical Society honors Abigail Stearns Root as their 2023 Founder of the Year. The ceremony will be held at the the Main Street Cemetery in Downers Grove. She was one of many pioneer women who came west\, settled here and contributed to the history of our village. She is also the first woman selected as Founder of the Year. \nAbigail Stearns Root was a pioneer wife and mother. She and her husband\, Martin Root\, made Downers Grove their home in the 1840s. Her father\, Asa Stearns\, served as a Revolutionary War soldier.  The Downers Grove Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution has honored her as daughter of an American Revolutionary War soldier at the Main Street Cemetery grave with a recently installed plaque. \nFor more on the life of Abigail Stearns Root\, visit her full biography here.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/2023-downers-grove-founder-of-the-year/
LOCATION:Main Street Cemetery\, 5158 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230418T022407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T022240Z
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SUMMARY:Lyman Woods Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Downers Grove Historical Society and Pierce Downer’s Heritage Alliance invite you to celebrate Founders Day in Downers Grove with a self-paced walk with written directions and map. \nStart Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. \nA group walk will begin at 9:30 for those who wish to walk together.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/lyman-woods-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:Lyman Woods\, 901 31st St\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pierce Downer's Heritage Alliance":MAILTO:Info@PDHA.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230404T215037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T201116Z
UID:4473-1683050400-1683061200@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:Tivoli Theatre Owners Featured in Documentary and Honored as 2023 Historians of the Year
DESCRIPTION:The Downers Grove Historical Society is pleased to announce a special premiere screening of a documentary featuring Willis & Shirley Johnson\, the owners of the Tivoli Theatre. Prior to the screening the Johnsons will be honored as 2023 Historians of the Year. \nThe historic Tivoli Theatre has been owned and operated by the Johnson Family for over 50 years. The theatre is a popular destination for both locals and tourists and has hosted many notable events\, including concerts\, plays\, and movies. \nThe documentary includes interviews with the Johnsons and their family members\, as well as archival footage of the theatre. It’s a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the Tivoli Theatre and Downers Grove. \nThe screening will take place on May 2 at 6pm at the Tivoli Theatre. Tickets are free for members and $5 for non-members and can be purchased online at www.dghistory.org/tickets. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.  All attendees must register online. There will be a reception following the documentary at which theatre staff will be available for Q&A regarding the building. \nUpdate: This film is now available on the Downers Grove Historical Society YouTube Channel.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/tivoli-theatre-owners-featured-in-documentary-and-honored-as-historians-of-the-year-2023/
LOCATION:Tivoli Theatre\, 5021 Highland Ave\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230405T000635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T023359Z
UID:4480-1682782200-1682784000@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:2023 Downers Grove Historic Site of the Year Dedication
DESCRIPTION:The Belmont Golf Club has been selected as the Downers Grove Historical Society’s Historic Site of the Year. \nEvery year the Downers Grove Historical Society recognizes a significant building or site which has been important to the history of our village as part of our Historic Sites Program. These locations help paint a picture of our development as a village. Each structure and historic site contributed to our story and by commemorating them\, we help preserve their importance in the lives of our citizens throughout the years. \nA brief dedication will be held at the Belmont Golf Club Clubhouse at 3:30.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/2023-founders-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Belmont Golf Club\, 2420 Haddow Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DG Park District Event,DGHS Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230216T200414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T023307Z
UID:4100-1678388400-1678392000@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:The Architectural Styles of Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Are you intrigued by architecture and history? Would you like to learn more about the different architectural styles in Downers Grove? If so\, please join us for this informative\, in-depth presentation given by architect Douglas Gilbert. \nRegister Now! \nOur annual membership meeting will take place immediately following the presentation. \nDouglas Gilbert is an Illinois-based architect and preservation consultant with over 20 years of experience preserving and restoring historic homes and buildings. His practice focuses on restoration and rehabilitation\, building assessments\, historic structure reports\, tax-credit consulting\, and architectural surveys\, and National Register nominations. Doug is the past chair of the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council\, which reviews National Register nominations for the State of Illinois.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/the-architectural-styles-of-downers-grove/
LOCATION:Another Round Bar & Grill\, 5141 Main St\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20220915T161657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T033009Z
UID:2598-1665234000-1665248400@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:2022 Historian of the Year Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Downers Grove Historical Society is proud to announce Ed Bunting as the recipient of the 2022 Historian of the Year Award.  Ed photographed Downers Grove for more than 35 years as the official photographer for the Historical Society.  In addition to serving on many volunteer positions and commissions to help promote and preserve the rich history of our town\, he was also the photographer for the Downers Grove Fire Department for 24 years.  Please join us to say “thanks” to Ed for ’saying it in pictures.’  This is a free event\, however we ask that you register at info@downersgrovehistory.org. \nClick here for more of Ed Bunting’s accomplishments.
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/2022-historian-of-the-year-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Lincoln Center\, 935 Maple Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20220426T155902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T023226Z
UID:794-1651172400-1651172400@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:Oaks in the Grove
DESCRIPTION:One of the key elements for Pierce Downer when choosing a site to settle was a grove of oaks for timber and firewood. We’ll take a look at these important trees from pre-settlement to today. Discover the many ways humans\, birds\, animals and insects have used and treasured oaks. \nHeather Prince has been a part of the green industry for more than 20 years in numerous facets from public to private. She currently balances a busy freelance writing and teaching schedule with her role as email marketing manager for The Garden of Words and co-founder of Midwest Garden Stories. She firmly believes anyone can garden and everyone will fall in love with plants given the chance.  Follow Heather at www.fearlessgardening.net. \nThis meeting will be held in the Multipurpose Room at the 4500 Belmont Ave\, Downers Grove \nEach attendee will receive a FREE RED OAK SEEDLING (18”-24”) TO EVERY ATTENDEE!  ** \nFounders Day celebrates the history of Downers Grove and the early settlers who founded it.  It entails a week-long series of history-focused events hosted by 8 different community groups coordinated by the Downers Grove Historical Society in partnership with the Downers Grove Museum. \nInfo about the Northern Red Oak \nQuercus rubra: https://mortonarb.org/plant-and-protect/trees-and-plants/northern-red-oak/
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/oaks-in-the-grove/
LOCATION:Downers Grove Recreation Center\, 4500 Belmont Avenue\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200405T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200405T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T052312
CREATED:20230816T170629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T210718Z
UID:7933-1586111400-1586118600@dghistory.org
SUMMARY:The History and Significance of the American Foursquare
DESCRIPTION:Presented by The Downers Grove Historical Society \nWhen: Wednesday\, April 5\, 2020\nTime: 6:30 social / 7:00 presentation\nLocation:\nEmmett’s Brewing Company\n5200 Main Street\, Downers Grove\nCost: Free \nDave and Amy Gassen will give a presentation on the American Foursquare\, a type of house popular from approximately 1900 to 1930. Some of the topics that will be discussed are the typical characteristics\, the historic significance\, and its prevalence in Downers Grove. \nPlease join us at this fun venue to learn more about this classic home! Food and drinks will be available for purchase\, or just come for a fun and educational evening. \nSpace is limited so reserve a seat using the following link:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/zvtxztz
URL:https://dghistory.org/event/the-history-and-significance-of-the-american-foursquare/
LOCATION:Emmett’s Brewery Company\, 5200 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:DGHS Event,Educational Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Downers Grove Historical Society":MAILTO:info@downersgrovehistory.org
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