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Join us! Before Hollywood blockbusters shook theatres around the world — before the deep resonance of THX became the gold standard of
Registration: 9:00 am - day of event Departure: 9:30 am sharp Start/Return Location: Fishel Park, Southeast corner All ages are
Registration is 9:00 am to 11:00 am. You may choose from: (1) Guided Group walk begins at 9:30 a.m. (Registration
The Downers Grove Historical Society has named Nathan Alonzo Belden as the 2026 Founder of the Year, recognizing his enduring contributions to the early Downers Grove community. A special ceremony will take place at 11:30 a.m. on May 2, 2026, at the Main Street Cemetery, where Nathan's legacy will be celebrated. See his biography here.
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 year’s special feature: a blacksmith demonstration on the Museum campus, honoring Nathan Alonzo Belden, our 2026 Founder of the Year, who was a blacksmith […]
