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  • Plein Air Paint Out with Evanston Made

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

    Join us for Evanston Made’s 2nd Annual Plein Air Paint Out at the Evanston History Center. Plein Air painters will be painting throughout the History Center grounds, 10am-3pm. Watch the painter's progress throughout the day, shop for original art off the easel and attend the award ceremony at 4pm. The award for Best in Show…

  • The 51st Annual Mother’s Day House Walk

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

    SOLD OUT! Evanston History Center’s 51st Annual Mother’s Day House Walk! This beloved tradition invites you to step inside some of Evanston’s most stunning and historically significant homes—each with their own story to tell. These homes have been selected for their architectural significance, important histories, and stunning interiors. Why You Won’t Want to Miss It:…

    $50.00 – $55.00

  • Research Room Open

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

    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…

  • Monthly Lunchtime Curiosity Cafe

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

    Curiosity Cafe Second Wednesday of the month from 12-1pm at the Evanston History Center, 225 Greenwood St. FREE, no RSVP needed. Come to the Dawes House for coffee, lunch, and informal conversation around a variety of unique Evanston History topics. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch; coffee and tea will be provided. Upcoming…

  • Research Room Closed

    Research Room Closed
    Evanston History Center 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    The Research Room will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Research Room Open

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

    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…

  • House Tours

    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…

  • House Tours

    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…

  • House Tours

    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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