Past Events

June 6 is the 80th Anniversary of D Day.  The History Center will be open for visitors to view our special exhibits on WWII including a Wall of Honor featuring Park Ridge Veterans that served in WWII, an exhibit on the elite 10th Mountain Division and a special collection of items from the European [...]

Before the movie, Polar Express, visit with Santa on Park Ridge’s original 1934 Fire Truck. The movie will begin at dusk. This event is presented in partnership with the Park Ridge Park District. In the event of inclement weather, movies are shown indoors at the Paula Hassell O’Connor Community Building at Prospect Park. This event [...]

Join author M. Paul Hollander as he shares his research, personal connection, and book inspired by this American disaster. The Lady Elgin was built in 1851, and was a popular choice for passengers who wanted to travel on the Great Lakes. She was named after the wife of Lord Elgin, who served as the [...]

Community members of all ages are invited to learn more about the life and times of the men and women who helped shape the development of Park Ridge, including early settlers, former mayors and businessmen, soldiers, teachers and even a professional baseball player. Local actors will portray the “Spirits”, bringing to life their individual stories [...]