Join the Lombard Historical Society in a special evening tour of the Sheldon Peck Homestead. Discover how this modest home of a folk-art painter played an integral role not only in the history of Lombard but also in the broader context of the Civil War.
Have you ever wondered where the tradition of the white wedding dress came from, or if Victorians had bridesmaids? Or what about the origins of the honeymoon? These beloved wedding traditions all have fascinating Victorian roots! Let’s explore them!
In 1947, 14 families, led by Louis Shirky, raised $30,000 to buy a farm in DuPage County and create a cooperative community that crossed racial, religious, and class lines. Amidst racial tensions and acts of violence, they built a neighborhood where fair housing and opportunity thrived, proving that unity and determination can overcome even the toughest challenges.
Don’t miss this inspiring documentary that shows the power of community and resilience. Join us to see how the York Center Co-op changed lives and made history.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
While Illinois is home to celebrated champions of freedom like Abraham Lincoln and Barack Obama, it can be surprising for many Illinoisans to learn about the state's long history of slavery, racial segregation, and exclusion. Join LHS as we host Caroline Kisiel as she presents “Lives in Code: Stories of African American Resilience Under the Illinois Black Codes, 1819-1865.”
Join us for an exclusive 21+ event, Make Your Own Candle, hosted by the Lombard Historical Society in collaboration with Sprinkle Candles.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Mark your calendars for a FREE screening of Sheldon Peck, Portrait of an Ordinary Man in Extraordinary Times, a documentary produced by Tim Frakes Productions.
Who was Old Charley? Join Rae Slowik as she shares research into the identity of this "freedom seeker" and uncovers the man behind the painting!
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Join Dr. Doris for a revitalizing 10-week session held at the scenic Carriage House! This class is designed to rejuvenate both your spirit and your body.
Happy Holidays! The LHS Offices and Historic Sites will be closed to allow staff time with family and friends. The offices will reopen January 7th. Historic Sites will reopen in February.
Join us for the final day of Leapin’ Lizards! 100 Years of Little Orphan Annie!
Special Holiday Hours
Help solve the caper of the missing Christmas Crackers! The residents are getting ready for their annual Christmas Party but the Christmas crackers have gone missing! Help find the crackers on this brand new tour designed for children ages 4-12.
Celebrate a fantastic 2024 with the Lombard Historical Society VIP Party
Step back in time and experience the magic of a Victorian Christmas! Join us for a delightful 45-minute guided tour of a beautifully decorated Victorian-era cottage, where twinkling lights, fragrant greenery, and traditional holiday adornments bring the festive spirit of the 19th century to life all led by a docent in costume.
Join the Lombard Historical Society from 3-8 pm during Jingle Bell Jubilee! New this year, explore Gingerbread Way, a holiday market featuring glow items, candles, warm drinks, cotton candy, and more. Check out the Gingerbread House Contest entries and vote for your favorite.
Show off your creative skills by decorating your own gingerbread house! Then come visit the Carriage House during Jingle Bell Jubilee to vote for your favorite!
Dressed in her native regalia, Kim will be giving a history of the natives in Illinois with a focus on native women, or what was considered “The Hidden Half.”
Join Kim White for an evening where you will learn how to make this delightful holiday treat! There will be an opportunity to taste it as well!
Step back in time to the Golden Age of Radio. Enjoy the radio show "Little Orphan Annie" and experience her adventures live on stage, presented by Radio Players West.
Why did an average American woman become a WAC during World War II and place herself in peril?
Cyndee uses excerpts from her mother’s letters written home during WWII to provide a romantic yet frightful glimpse into the life of a woman in uniform during this crucial time in history.
Enter to Win Tickets to Annie the Musical Tickets!
Christmas Mart on West Maple Street
Tour the Historic Lombard Cemetery located on Main Street during the day! Learn about the history of Lombard and the people who once lived here. This tour will also identify features of a Victorian cemetery that have fallen out of fashion.
Join us for an evening tour of the Victorian Cottage and learn about the mourning traditions of the time.
Join the Lombard Historical Society, the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission, and members of the Village Board of Trustees, along with Rita’s friends and family, as we honor her lasting contributions to Lombard’s history.
We invite you to stop by Village Hall at 255 East Wilson from 5:00 PM-6:00 PM, to say hello, and be a part of this special celebration for Rita. The official proclamation declaring October 17 as ‘Rita Schneider Day’ will be read at 5:30 p.m. RVSP not required.
Are you a good witch or a bad witch? From Laveau, Glinda, Tabitha, and Sabrina, this is your chance to let your creativity run loose and show off your style with your fellow witches.Enjoy food, drinks, and live music at the LHS historic Carriage House!
Lombard Park District in partnership with the Lombard Historical Society invites you to an evening at the oldest cemetery in Lombard. Attendees will be guided on a candlelit tour through the cemetery where they will meet past residents of Lombard that lived here over a hundred years ago.
Join us for this special Girl Scout event to learn more about Annie's history and explore hands-on activities about Annie. Girl Scouts will get to tour the special 100 year exhibit about Annie, learn about code breaking by making a decoder, create your own four panel comic, and more!
Join us for rejuvenating yoga sessions at the Lombard Historical Society, led by the experienced and knowledgeable Dr. Doris from Jade Orchid Wellness.
Join the Lombard Historical Society as we present SECRETS OF HIDDEN LAKE the latest documentary from Tim Frakes Productions, INC. The world premier will be September 6 at 7:30pm at Glen Briar Park at the Butterfield Park District.
Join us for rejuvenating yoga sessions at the Lombard Historical Society, led by the experienced and knowledgeable Dr. Doris from Jade Orchid Wellness.
Join us as the Lombard Historical Society welcomes The Noah Gabriel Trio (NGT). The unique pairing of acoustic singer-songwriter with warm and cinematic tones of cello and cajon make the musical storytelling nostalgic and charismatic. NGT will share a fun and recognizable repertoire ranging from many of Noah's original songs to famous tunes by The Beatles, Chris Cornell, Tears For Fears, Elton John, Pearl Jam and more. This is an OUTDOOR show.
Join us for rejuvenating yoga sessions at the Lombard Historical Society, led by the experienced and knowledgeable Dr. Doris from Jade Orchid Wellness.
Meet the Bach and Beethoven Experience who have been around Chicago since 2009. They wanted to play some cool music on some really awesome instruments that you don't see every day.
Join us at the Victorian Cottage for a charming garden party out on the grounds on August 12th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
Guests will be able to visit the Victorian Cottage, enjoy Victorian inspired nibbles, tea, and other drinks. Croquet will also be available to play all while listening to music.
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