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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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The Charles Gates Dawes House is closed for tours due to a special event. |
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The Charles Gates Dawes House is closed for tours due to a special event. |
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The Charles Gates Dawes House is closed for tours due to a special event. |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
1 event,
The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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Daniel Burnham, Chicago's most well-known architect, chose to live in what he called "bucolic Evanston." Learn about his life and his relationship with the community while viewing the work he did in his neighborhood. Discover why he also called Evanston "the most beautiful city in the world." Buy tickets and reserve your spot! A confirmation…
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$15.00 – $20.00
The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… ![]() ![]() A juried design show, fundraiser and exhibition at the Evanston History Center Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Time: 7:00 - 9:00pm Location: Dawes House, 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL reFashioning History is back! Evanston History Center invited professional and non-professional designers from Chicagoland to take their inspiration from our extensive, historically significant costume collection and…
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$75.00
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
1 event,
The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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![]() ![]() Our Stories in Evanston / Nuestras Historias en Evanston Thursday, September 25, 6:30 PM Free & Open to all. Scroll down to RSVP In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Evanston, IL Latinos have been a part of Evanston's community since at least 1885, yet this vibrant history is only now beginning to…
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
1 event,
Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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![]() ![]() Image Credit: Jack Weiss New this year, based on the book published by Design Evanston. This walk will view 15 of the houses covered in the book. Buy tickets and reserve your spot! A confirmation email will be sent to the email you registered with. Tickets are non-refundable. If you don't receive a confirmation email,…
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$15.00 – $20.00
The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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![]() ![]() Hat-making Tea Party Sunday, September 28, 4-6pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Welcome to the beautiful Dawes House where together we will sip tea and create our own fascinator or headpiece under the instruction of costume designer Anna Glowacki. Fabric, materials, patterns, and tea are all included. Participants…
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$35.00 – $40.00
Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
1 event,
The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
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Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… |
1 event,
Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
2 events,
The Evanston History Center’s Archival Collection is extensive and offers a comprehensive view of Evanston over time. The archives hold a significant amount of material related to people and houses in Evanston. In addition, our staff has years of experience interpreting the primary sources and assisting people with figuring out the stories of their families… Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |
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![]() ![]() The Musician Dawes: Celebrating Charles Dawes' Musical Life and Legacy with Sara Su Jones, violin and Tatyana Stepanova, piano Sunday, October 5, 4pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Although Charles Gates Dawes was and is primarily known for his outstanding achievements as a lawyer, businessman, banker, politician, public…
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$15.00 – $50.00
Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’ magnificent home, now a National Historic Landmark, was built by Dr. Robert Sheppard in 1894 on two acres overlooking Lake Michigan. It served as the Dawes family home from 1909 until… |


