Grayslake Historical Society

Grayslake Historical Society Board Meeting
2024-09-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-06 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) and 5 more dates | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States

"The Wray Family" Program
2024-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Every family has a story. The Wray family story includes the history of the area. Their farm was south of Grayslake on Route 83, but their history includes the Grayslake Woman’s Club, Historical Society, Chamber of Commerce and more. Sally Kelly, daughter of the first president of the Society, will present the details. Heritage Center Community Room. Refreshments following the program.

Downtown Trick-or-Treating
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Heritage Center Courtyard
Heritage Center Courtyard.

"Druce Lake: A Community Memoir" Program
2024-11-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Linda Mateja and Marianne Semrad compiled the second edition of Druce Lake: A Community Memoir. They will tell about the families, businesses, and parks that have contributed to Druce Lake’s rich history. Heritage Center Community Room. Refreshments following the program.

Grayslake Tree Lighting: Giving Tree Exhibit Opens
2024-11-29 15:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Giving Tree Exhibit opens in the Heritage Center Upper Gallery. Trees decorated by local organizations will be on display through the end of the year.

Grayslake Historical Society Holiday Open House
2024-12-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Join us for refreshments, crafts, and music. Santa will be available for photos in the Society’s Vintage Sleigh. Free.

"Reminisce Program: Dog n Suds"
2025-02-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States

March Program: Rockenbach Family and Dealership
2025-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Cynthia Rockenbach Lee will present a history of the Rockenbach family and its Chevrolet dealership. Heritage Center Community Room. Refreshments following the program.

Search and Share Genealogy Group Meeting
2025-04-02 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States

Society Annual Meeting and April Program
2025-04-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Get the scoop on (almost) a century of newspapering in Grayslake from Chris Brenner and Jane Trump. The Grayslake Historical Society Elections will also be held. Heritage Center Community Room. Refreshments following the program.

May Program: The United Protestant Church
2025-05-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The United Protestant Church was formed in June 1950 when Grayslake’s Congregational and Methodist churches combined. Hear stories about the church’s history and share your own. Heritage Center Community Room. Refreshments following the program.

Community, Coffee, and Chat: Remember Yesteryears, Discuss Today
2025-06-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The Grayslake Historical Society invites you to have coffee and share in a sense of community. Free. No Registration- just drop-in!

Grayslake History Bike Hike
2025-06-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Cycle through a scenic, historic bike tour of Grayslake beginning at the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum. Register online: GrayslakeBikeHike.Eventbrite.com

"Reminisce: The Last Chance Saloon"
2025-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The Grayslake Historical Society hosts a session about the Last Chance Saloon. Bring your memories to share. Light refreshments will be provided. Free.

Society Program: "Show and Tell"
2025-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Civic leaders, business owners, community residents and audience members will participate in a “Show and Tell” program showcasing a family heirloom, an object from a collection, or a personal treasure. Heritage Center Community Room. Free. Light refreshments provided.

Society Cemetery Walk
2025-10-05 13:30 | Grayslake Cemetery, Lake Street, Grayslake, Illinois, 60030
Living History Tour of the Grayslake Cemetery featuring costumed reenactors. Performances at 1:30pm and 2:30pm. Hosted by the Grayslake Historical Society and Strang Funeral Chapel. Parking available at the school (Westlake Christian Academy) on the northeast corner of Lake Street and Belvidere Road. Free, but donations appreciated.

Society Program: Larry Lenzen
2025-10-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Larry Lenzen will take a look back at the Village’s 1965 Comprehensive Plan: What was envisioned, what actually happened… and why. Heritage Center Community Room. Free. Light refreshments provided.
