Browse Through Our Past Events
Sandburg Exhibit – Member Reception
Elmhurst Heritage Foundation members and donors are invited to a reception and gallery talk with exhibit partner Marten Stromberg. Join Stromberg in the Sandburg exhibit for a talk at 5:30 followed by refreshments and conversation in the Education Center prior to his public lecture.
Learn more about this eventMarten Stromberg Public Lecture: Sandburg in Elmhurst
Marten Stromberg, exhibit writer of “Carl Sandburg in Elmhurst” and rare books curator at University of Illinois at Urbana, discusses his experience working on the exhibit and shares insights on Sandburgs life, passion, and body of work created during the era he lived and worked in Elmhurst.
Learn more about this eventAn Afternoon For Veterans
The Museum invites local veterans (who have served in any capacity) and their families for a special afternoon in their honor. Guided tours at 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. will explore the “Our Lives, Our Stories” exhibit. Complimentary refreshments served in the Education Center.
Learn more about this eventAfternoon Tea With Jackie O
An elegant afternoon with former First Lady Jackie Onassis portrayed by Leslie Goddard. Traditional teas sandwiches, savory and sweet treats served.
Learn more about this eventRock & Stroll – Exhibit Preview
Celebrate the historic 2013 Rolling Stones tour and kick-off the new exhibit: Shutter to Think: The Rock & Roll Lens of Paul Natkin
Learn more about this eventElmhurst Heritage Foundation Gala – 2013
The Elmhurst Heritage Foundation invites you to a Gala Celebration, part of the Visionary Voices Campaign. Proceeds will support the creation of a new History of Elmhurst exhibit for the Elmhurst Historical Museum.
Learn more about this eventChurchville Schoolhouse: One Room, Many Lessons
Guy Todnem – adjunct professor, author, and historian – shares testimonials and archive photos of one-room schoolhouses from days gone by.
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