Upcoming Historical
Society Events
Apr
25,
2026
FoundersFest 2026!
Mark your calendars for a week filled with exciting events celebrating Downers Grove’s rich history and community spirit! Visit here for details! Saturday, April 25: - Pine Hollow Golf Tournament...
Apr
25,
2026
2026 Pine Hollow Open Golf Tournament
Belmont Golf Club
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...
Apr
29,
2026
Night at the Tivoli & Documentary Premier
Tivoli Theatre
Save the Date! On April 29, we will continue our tradition of premiering a new documentary by award-winning local filmmaker Jim Toth of Node Films. There will be historical and...
May
02,
2026
2026 Founder of the Year: Nathan Alonzo Belden
Main Street Cemetery
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...
May
02,
2026
Country in the Park 2026
The Downers Grove Museum
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!...




