Gail Borden Public Library and Elgin History Museum Trivia Night
Gail Borden Library 270 North Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL, United StatesTest your knowledge of local history with historian Jerry Turnquist. Participants can use a smartphone or a device (limited quantity) provided by the library to answer questions. Attendees may work alone or with a partner, or just watch! Please Register on the Library's Website. PLEASE NOTE - THIS EVENT IS AT GAIL BORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Open Elgin Museum Crawl
Discover the rich tapestry of Elgin's history with us at the Open Elgin Museum Crawl! Join us for a captivating journey through four remarkable museums and Gail Borden Public Library celebrating its 150th anniversary, each offering a unique glimpse into the past and present of our vibrant community. Hop aboard the Trolley at any of […]
Prominent Elgin Architect, W. W. Abell Presented by Dan Miller
Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL, United StatesThe man, his drawings, his houses and his incredible contribution to Elgin. Presented by Dan Miller of the Gifford Park Association. Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, 302 W. Chicago St. Parking available in the city lot located at W. Highland and N. Crystal St. THIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY. THANKS TO ALL WHO REGISTERED.
Juneteenth Cultural Festival
Festival Park 132 S. Grove, Elgin, IL, United StatesThe African American Coalition of Kane County presents the Juneteenth Cultural Festival in Festival Park. Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration like no other. This year’s theme, “What About the Children?” invites us to honor the diverse cultures of the African diaspora and inspire our youth to embrace their heritage with pride. The […]
Brown Bag Lunch: A Day in the Life of a Watch Factory Worker with Bill Briska and Rebecca Miller
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesElgin historian Bill Briska and Museum Educator Rebecca Miller will take you back in time to an earlier Elgin where everyone walked to work, had lunch at noon, and enjoyed the same payday. In person event / FREE for Members / $5 for guests Please register to attend in person or Zoom:
Elgin Arts Happy Hour with Side Street Studio Arts at Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House
Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL, United StatesThe Elgin History Museum is thrilled to host The Elgin Arts Happy Hour - a monthly gathering for area creatives and arts supporters at the Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House! This event is organized by Side Street Studio Arts, and is open to all! Let's chat about what's going on in the Elgin art scene, exchange […]
Children’s Old Fashioned Fun and Games at Lords Park Zoo
Lords Park ZooWhen Elgin's founder James. T. Gifford arrived in 1835, his family included 5 children. What kind of games and toys did little Caroline (8), Lucy (6), James H.(4), Fulton (2) and Sarah (1) enjoy? Join the Elgin History Museum as they lead families in old-fashioned lawn games and make a toy to take home.
Classic Car Show at Elgin History Museum
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesALL YEARS & MAKES. JUDGED SHOW.Registration from 9am to noon - $15 per vehicle. Spectators are free! Expect Model Ts to late mode show Vehicles. Top 50 awards by 3:30 Guest celebrity judges: Chris and Preston Ingrassia. Chicagoland TBird club will have their own separate awards. Food vendor: RKs of South Elgin.Live music, food and […]
Brown Bag Lunch: The History of LeeWards and Its Merchandise with Linda Rock
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesLeeWards was an American crafts and fabrics retailer. It was founded in Elgin in 1947. Join Linda Rock for a Brown Bag Lunch that will explore how LeeWards went from a mail order catalog to 100 specialty craft stores nationwide. Linda will also share LeeWards related items from her personal collection! THIS EVENT IS AT […]
You Butter Believe It- Elgin is a Dairy Town! at Lords Park Zoo
Lords Park ZooDid you know Elgin was once famous for its milk and butter? Six thousand cows can't be wrong! Join us to learn why Elgin was once the Butter Capital of the Midwest and how a man from Texas got a library named after him in Elgin. Join us at the Tefft Farm inside the Lords […]