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Research Room Open
Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United StatesThe 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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House Tours
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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Holiday Tea for Families at the Evanston History Center
Featured Upcoming EventsEvanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United StatesHoliday Tea for Families at the Evanston History Center SOLD OUT Gather your loved ones for the Holiday Tea for Families at the Evanston History Center, a cheerful celebration of the season in a historic setting. Enjoy a delicious menu of teas and treats, hands-on crafts, live music, and the charm of Evanston’s beautifully decorated…
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House Tours
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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Festive Holiday Tea at the Dawes House – Ages 21+
Featured Upcoming EventsEvanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United StatesFestive Holiday Tea at the Dawes House - Ages 21+ Experience the charm of the season at the Holiday Tea at the Dawes House. This festive adults-only gathering combines historic elegance, live music, and delicious high tea treats inside the beautifully decorated Evanston History Center. Sunday, December 7, 2025, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. In-person…
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Research Room Open
Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United StatesThe 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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Research Room Open
Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United StatesThe 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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House Tours
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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House Tours
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…