First Winner Drawn in Scavenger Hunt
January 17, 2025
Mitch Raines was the lucky recipient of a $50 gift card to Orange & Brew after his entry was selected for the first week’s prize. Don’t miss your chance! There’s
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Two 19th Century Houses Recognized as Historic Homes
December 22, 2024
The Downers Grove Historical Society recently recognized two more Historic Homes. The Historic Home Program is an honorary program that is sponsored by both the Downers Grove Museum and the
Card Sponsors Galore!
December 18, 2024
Renewal season is here again, and we’re busy preparing for an exciting new year! We have fabulous new card designs and a fantastic lineup of new card sponsors. And oh,
Explore our Website! Discover amazing things waiting for you!
December 18, 2024
Did you know that you can take a walk through history of Downers Grove? Check it out here: History Walk Did you know we have a collection of videos available? Watch them
Historical Highlights of Twenty-Four!
December 18, 2024
What a year! The Downers Grove Historical Society celebrated a milestone in 2024, with memberships reaching an impressive 411—a testament to the community’s enthusiasm for preserving and celebrating our town’s
What’s In A Name?
November 24, 2024
Gilbert Avenue & Gilbert Park That’s an intriguing question! While the exact origins aren’t fully confirmed, it’s widely believed that Gilbert Avenue was named after Norman Gilbert, an early settler
Generous Donation Given in Honor of Montrew Dunham
November 18, 2024
The Downers Grove Historical Society would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to the family of Montrew Dunham for their generous monetary donation made in honor of their beloved mother
History on Tap Hits the Mark!
November 18, 2024
Downtown Downers Grove was alive with energy last Thursday as the DG Historical Society’s History on Tap pub crawlers hit the streets. The sold-out event brought together local history trivia enthusiasts
Gostyn
November 4, 2024
After the Civil War, an influx of Catholic Polish immigrants came to Downers Grove. They lived on the east side of Downers Grove near the location of the modern-day St.
They Brought the Cemetery to Life!
October 30, 2024
A heartfelt thank you to some talented local citizens and the Paper Moon Players, a group of local youth, for bringing the stories of Downers Grove’s founders to life in
