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…
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…
Discover how Chicago became the alley capital of the country! On this tour, we'll be walking the alleyways of Evanston to explore our architecture from a new perspective and learn…
reFashioning History Designer's Panel Tuesday October 14, 6:30 PM Free & Open to all. Scroll down to RSVP In-person event* At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Evanston, IL How…
NEW DATE! An exploration of the beautiful materials that compose Evanston's remarkable architecture. Observe how the colors, textures, and patterns of building materials such as stone, terra cotta, brick, and…
Weird Sisters: Songs of Witches, Magic and Powerful Women A concert with vocal ensemble La Caccina Sunday, October 26, 3pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St,…
Evening Shadows: A Candlelight Tour of the Dawes House Wednesday, October 29, 6:30pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL As the days get darker,…
reFashioning History Family Open House Saturday, November 8, 10:30am Free & Open to all. Scroll down to RSVP In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Evanston, IL Step…
Building A Theater Community in Evanston: A Conversation on Evanston Theater 1975-2025 Wednesday, November 12, 6:30 PM Free & Open to all. Scroll down to RSVP In-person event At Fleetwood-Jourdain…
A Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack Performed Live in the decorated Dawes House by the Chris White Trio Thursday, December 4, 6:30pm SOLD OUT In-person event At the Evanston History Center…