Past Events

Only two more date to visit the History Center before we close for the winter.  Don't miss the 2024 special exhibits that will close on November 23.

This is the last day the History Center will be open for the 2024 season.  View this year's special exhibits before they are retired.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in front of City Hall with our antique fire truck Saturday, December 7 AND Sunday, December 8!  Visit with Santa and take pictures with him on our truck. Rain date - Saturday, December 14

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in front of City Hall with our antique fire truck Saturday, December 7 AND Sunday, December 8!  Visit with Santa and take pictures with him on our truck. Rain date - Saturday, December 14

Brian Lazzaro tells the story of the Rouse Simmons, best known as the Christmas Tree Ship. You'll hear of the tragic tall of this Lake Michigan shipwreck, which ended the era of how Christmas Trees made their way into the homes of Chicago. Admission is $10 per adult - Historical Society Members are FREE [...]

Join us for a living history tour of a World War II encampment featuring Allied and Axis "troops". Tours will depart regularly.  Talk with the 'troops' and learn what life was like for the soldiers during WWII. Tickets are $10 for adults, $20 for a family. This event will be on the grounds around [...]