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Cancelled: Women’s Work at the 1893 World’s Fair

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

Cancelled: "Women's Work at the 1893 World's Fair" A presentation by Diane Dillon Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. We apologize to everyone! We will reschedule it for a later date. Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 7 pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Join us…

Free – $10.00
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Prairie School #1 – Lakeshore Historic District Walking Tour

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

The first Prairie School tour will take place in the south-central area of the Lakeshore Historic District. The tour begins at the Evanston History Center and goes south to Lee Street and back. Highlights include the iconic Carter House by Walter Burley Griffin, the Linthicum House by Tallmadge & Watson, and the Ballard House by…

$15.00 – $20.00

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Prairie School #2 – North Evanston Walking Tour

Quinlan Park 2316 Lincoln Street, Evanston

Beginning in the park across from Dwight Perkins’ own home and Robert Spencer’s “dollhouses,” the tour also includes examples of Frank Lloyd Wright and Evanston native son Thomas Tallmadge. View their avant-garde designs and learn about their relationship to Evanston.

$15.00 – $20.00
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Benjamin Banneker and Us

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

"Benjamin Banneker and Us" A presentation by Rachel Jamison Webster Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 7 pm (Doors open at 6:30pm) In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Seating is limited. Registration is required. See below for tickets and registration information. Admission: $10, Free for EHC members In 1791, Thomas…

Free – $10.00
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Prairie School #3 – Ridge Historic District Walking Tour

Dewey School 1551 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL, United States

The Ridge Historic District contains a rich concentration of Prairie School designs, making this a more geographically compact tour than the other two. Discover how one family fostered the growth of the movement and created this collection of treasures.

$15.00 – $20.00
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Postcards to Lady Alice, 628 Church Street, Evanston

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

Postcards to Lady Alice, 628 Church Street, Evanston a presentation by Reverend Dr. Michael C. R. Nabors Tuesday, October 24, 2023 1 PM - 2PM  (Doors open at 12:45 pm) In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Seating is limited. Registration is required. See below for tickets and registration information.…

Free
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Test for free event Postcards to Lady Alice, 628 Church Street, Evanston

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

Postcards to Lady Alice, 628 Church Street, Evanston a presentation by Reverend Dr. Michael C. R. Nabors Tuesday, October 24, 2023 1 PM - 2 PM (Doors open at 12:45 pm) In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL This event is Free! RSVP required. (See below to RSVP.) It is…

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“A Poem in Brick and Stone:” EHC 125th Anniversary Edition

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

"A Poem in Brick and Stone:" EHC 125th Anniversary Edition A presentation by Kris Hartzell Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 7 pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Seating is limited. Registration is required. See below for tickets and registration information. Admission: $10, Free for EHC members The Evanston…

Free – $10.00
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125th Anniversary Open House and Opening of New Exhibit

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

125th Anniversary Open House and the Opening of the New Exhibit: "Changing Times: 125 Years of Collection and Sharing Evanston History" Sunday, November 12, 2023, 1 - 3pm In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL RSVP required. (See below to RSVP.) Please consider making a donation of $10 to support…

Free – $10.00
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Holiday Wine, Spirits and Beer Tasting

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

Thursday, November 30, 2023, 4:00-7:00 PM In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Registration is required. See below for the ticket and registration information. Samples of wine and spirits from around the world will be offered by Binny's and served throughout the Dawes House, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Sketchbook…

$35.00 – $50.00

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Realizing MLK’s Dream on the North Shore: The Past, Present and Future of Fair Housing

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

Realizing MLK's Dream on the North Shore: The Past, Present and Future of Fair Housing A Presentation and Panel Discussion Thursday, January 11, 2024, 12:00 - 1:30 PM An in-person event Co-sponsored by Open Communities At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL The event is currently at capacity. No more RSVPs will…

Free

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Black Health Professionals in Evanston (1890-1930)

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

Black Health Professionals in Evanston (1890-1930) A Presentation by Rhonda K. Craven Thursday, February 1, 2024, 12:00 - 1:00 PM In-person event At the Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL Free & Open to All RSVP Required, scroll down to RSVP It is through our community's generosity that we can offer these free…

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