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Downtown Evanston

Downtown Evanston 1601 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL

This tour begins at Fountain Square Evanston’s Fountain Square was planned as the central commercial district. Discover how the fountain and the square have transformed over time, reflecting changing urban norms. Explore the variety of buildings and architectural styles in the downtown area and discover the history of civic and commercial life, including the early…

Event Series Walking Tours

Holiday Lights and Architecture

Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United States

Celebrate the season with the Evanston History Center's Holiday Lights and Architecture Walking Tour. The tour will feature neighborhood holiday decorations and lighting, and architectural histories of the Dawes House neighborhood. Light refreshments will be served and the Dawes House will be open for patrons to enjoy the timeless magic of our historic holiday decorations.…

$20.00 – $40.00
Event Series Walking Tours

Holiday Lights and Architecture

Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United States

Celebrate the season with the Evanston History Center's Holiday Lights and Architecture Walking Tour. The tour will feature neighborhood holiday decorations and lighting, and architectural histories of the Dawes House neighborhood. Light refreshments will be served and the Dawes House will be open for patrons to enjoy the timeless magic of our historic holiday decorations.…

$20.00 – $40.00

Event Series Upcoming Events

“Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad™”

Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United States

"Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad™" A multi-media presentation by Connie Martin This event is sold out. Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 7 pm (CST) In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Seating is limited. Registration Required. See below for tickets and registration info Admission:…

Free – $10.00

Event Series Upcoming Events

“Edith: the Rogue Rockefeller McCormick”

Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United States

"Edith: the Rogue Rockefeller McCormick" A presentation by Andrea Friederici Ross THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 7 pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Seating is limited. Registration Required. See below for tickets and registration info Admission: $10, Free for EHC members Celebrate Women's…

Free – $10.00
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