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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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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
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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:20260428T070432
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T201116Z
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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
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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
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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
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CREATED:20220915T161657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T033009Z
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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
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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
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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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