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Do you live in a home that’s more than 50 years old? Do you feel the history of your home, or the actual home itself, is worthy of preserving? If either of these options interest you, then you don’t want to miss this FREE educational event: “Preserving Your Home And its History” to learn about […]
Come discover the fascinating history of Sears Kit Homes constructed in Chicagoland from 1908 to 1942. What is the reason behind Downers Grove boasting an abundance of the kit homes? Despite the rash of teardowns in the Chicago area, some of these houses have managed to survive. Discover the Sears homes that remain in Downers […]
The Downers Grove Historical Society will honor Mary Ellen Young as the 2024 Montrew Dunham Award recipient. This award was established by the Downers Grove Historical Society in 2019 to honor those whose significant service and contributions to the Village of Downers Grove have earned them a place in its history, following in the footsteps […]
Join the Downers Grove Historical Society on our 5th annual History on Tap Trivia Pub-Crawl fundraiser through Downtown Downers Grove! With a trivia card in hand, you’ll stroll to seven local watering holes to find answers to interesting (and brand new) Downers Grove historical questions, while enjoying a 10 oz. beer, 3 oz. glass of wine, soft drink, […]
Location: Belmont Golf Club Time: Tee offs begin at 11:00 AM $27 for residents and $31 for non-residents 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 […]
Please join us as we honor Ken Lerner as the Downers Grove Historical Society's 2025 Historian of the Year. The award recognizes individuals who have significantly promoted and preserved Downers Grove history. Ken will be recognized on Wednesday, April 30th as a part of the Historical Society’s "A Night at the Tivoli" event. The event […]
Please join us... For A Night at the Tivoli, our annual fundraiser event, which kicks off with an organist performance followed by a presentation on the history of the Tivoli Theatre. Historian of the Year honored! Ken Lerner The Downers Grove Historical Society will be presenting the 2025 Historian of the Year award to Ken […]
Come join us at the Downers Grove Public Library to explore the places and learn about the people who made the history of Downers Grove Township. Founded in 1839, by 1873, DuPage County was divided into nine Townships. Downers Grove Township was and still is the largest with boundaries from County Line Road to Woodward Avenue and 39th […]
Join us in celebrating the incredible Lisa Rasin, who is being honored as the 2025 Montrew Dunham Award recipient by The Downers Grove Historical Society. Lisa is a true force of nature, whose tireless dedication and countless contributions have left an indelible mark on our community. From volunteering with the Downers Grove Rotary Club and Chamber630, and […]
Now with more trivia! Open to the Public — Tickets are selling FAST! You are cordially invited to the Downers Grove Historical Society’s 6th Annual History on Tap Trivia Pub Crawl Fundraiser. Invite your friends and have fun as you stroll through Downtown, answer all new Downers Grove historical trivia questions, and enjoy a 12 […]
Location: Belmont Golf Club Time: Tee offs begin at 11:00 AM $28 for residents and $33 for non-residents 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 […]
