The Downers Grove Historical Society has named Rich Kulovany as their Historian of the Year, recognizing his long-standing commitment to historic preservation and community service.
A lifelong connection to Downers Grove began when his family moved into a home his father built at Fourth Street and Florence Avenue in 1953. A 1970 graduate of Downers Grove South High School, Kulovany went on to build a career in the technology and medical software industries while remaining active in civic life.
After returning to Downers Grove in 2015, he became a leading voice in local preservation efforts, helping organize advocacy around the historic Edwards House and later working to increase the number of landmarked properties in the village. His efforts contributed to the landmarking of 18 properties and earned statewide recognition through a Richard H. Driehaus Foundation preservation award.
Kulovany was elected to the Downers Grove Village Council in 2019, where he supported stronger downtown design standards and parkway tree preservation. He currently serves on the Downers Grove Historical Society board.
Kulovany continues to support preservation efforts in Downers Grove and remains closely connected to the community he has long worked to protect.
Rich will be honored at the “Night at the Tivoli” event on April 29, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. If you would like to be notified when tickets go on sale, sign up for our newsletter.