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
Renewal season is here again at DGHS, and we’re busy preparing for an exciting new year! We have fabulous new card designs and a fantastic lineup of new card sponsors.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
The Main Street Cemetery has been spruced up just in time for the Living Cemetery event on October 26! Two beautiful new benches now welcome visitors at the east entrance
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