Grayslake Historical Society

Chicago’s Candy Companies
2018-04-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Enjoy some of Illinois’ sweetest history in this Bicentennial program about Chicago’s Candy Companies. Learn about well-known candy companies that have been a part of Chicago’s history including Tootsie Rolls, Brachs, Fannie May and Frango Mints.

Grayslake Historical Society Board Meeting
2018-04-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2018-03-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2018-02-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2018-01-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2017-12-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States

Spring Break Activities
2018-03-28 - 2018-03-30 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Families are invited to play games, do projects and complete a Scavenger Hunt around the building!
12:00 to 4:00 PM

Focus on Illinois Exhibit Opens
2018-03-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
When you picture Illinois, what do you see? 2018 marks the Illinois bicentennial and Focus on Illinois showcases the talent of amateur and professional photographers alike through their images celebrating Illinois.

Folk Concert
2018-03-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The museum hosts a concert by the Lake County Folk Club featuring Claudia Russell and Bruce Kaplan, with opener Cuz‘n Bone. Tickets: General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13. The museum will be open before and after the show.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Fine Arts Show
2018-03-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Join the Grayslake Arts Alliance for a special Illinois Bicentennial Fine Art Show. Enjoy a display of art created by local artists as well as music by students of the Chapin Jazz Studio, a kids art project with Lincoln-style hats and prairie-style bonnets, and free refreshments.

Grayslake Historical Society Program: Family Heirlooms
2018-03-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Join the Grayslake Historical Society as six individuals share a family object and tell its story with a little family history. Presenters include Nancy Reed, Steve Lawrence, Cynthia Lee, Kim Denny, Nancy Johannsen and Joyce Norton.

Saturday Kids! Weaving
2018-03-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Weaving is a special skill used to make blankets, baskets and rugs. Kids will see real artifacts used for weaving and make a woven treasure of their own. Look for a Saturday Kids! program on the second Saturday of each month.

Folk Concert
2018-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The museum hosts a concert by the Lake County Folk Club featuring Diamonds in the Rust, with opener David Callan. Tickets: General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13. The museum will be open before and after the show.

Bicentennial Photography Contest Entry Deadline
2018-02-24 16:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
2018 marks the Illinois bicentennial and we’re inviting amateur and professional photographers alike to share images that represent Illinois! Completed entries must be submitted by 4:00 PM on Saturday, February 24 and will remain on display through November 3, 2018.

Reminisce Session: The Manor
2018-02-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The Grayslake Historical Society invites residents of the Manor, past and present, and their friends to Reminisce. Bring stories and pictures to share about living in this Grayslake neighborhood. Coffee and rolls will be served!

Saturday Kids! Snow
2018-02-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Snow is fun to play in, but how is it made? Join us as we break out our magnifying glasses and make a Snow Explorer’s kit to take home. Look for Saturday Kids! program on the second Saturday of each month.

Search and Share Genealogy Group
2018-02-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2018-01-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Join the Grayslake Historical Society and local genealogists for a lively discussions on researching family history. Share your own stories or come for advice from other genealogists.

Folk Concert
2018-01-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The museum hosts a concert by the Lake County Folk Club featuring Barbara Silverman & Colby Maddox, with opener Wattle & Daub. Tickets: General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13. The museum will be open before and after the show.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Fine Arts Show
2018-01-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Stop by the museum to enjoy a display of art created by local artists as well as artist demonstrations and refreshments. Come be inspired!

Meet Harriet Tubman
2018-01-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Join us on this day off from school as we learn about Harriet Tubman. Reenactor Pamela Welcome will share Harriet’s life as a conductor of the Underground Railroad and spy during the Civil War through stories and songs.

Saturday Kids! Traveling Basket
2018-01-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Families are invited to put their hands on the past as members of the Grayslake Historical Society share artifacts from their Traveling Basket.

Lake County Folk Club Concert
2017-12-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
The museum hosts a concert by the Lake County Folk Club featuring Tricia Alexander. General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13.

Holiday Open House
2017-12-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Be sure to visit the museum for the Grayslake Historical Society’s annual Holiday Open House. Enjoy children’s crafts and refreshments. The Warren High School Alumni choir will perform at 2:00 PM and Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be available for photographs in the Historical Society’s vintage sleigh from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

Search and Share Genealogy Group
2017-12-06 14:00 - 15:00 | Museum Archives, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, IL, 60030, United States

Boughs and Bows
2017-11-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive display of holiday wreaths in the Heritage Center courtyard, then come inside for the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Holiday Market. Each Boughs and Bows wreath was created by a local nonprofit and can be bid upon between November 24 and December 10. Proceeds will be split between the creators and the Grayslake Historical Society. Winners will be announced at the Holiday Open House.

Lake County Folk Club Concert
2017-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Enjoy a performance by the Lake County Folk Club, featuring LJ Booth and Chris Kokesh. General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13.

Saturday Kids: Bowling Games
2017-11-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, 60030, United States
9 pins, 10 pins, 2 balls, obstacles. We’ll travel through time and around the world as we explore various bowling games. Join us for a morning of hands-on, history fun. Saturday Kids is a free hands-on program series for families.

Wine and Art
2017-11-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Renwood Country Club, 701 E Shorewood Rd, Round Lake Beach, IL, 60073, United States
Join us for a wine tasting and silent auction of original art at the Renwood Country Club. Tickets are $30/person in advance or $35/person at the door, and all proceeds from the event will help with the preservation of museum collections affected by the flood. RSVP by November 8 or direct any questions to Dave Oberg at 847-543-1745 or doberg@villageofgrayslake.com

Grayslake Historical Society Program: Edwards Family
2017-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Community Room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, 60030, United States
Every family has a history. The Edwards family history includes an asphyxiation, a lawsuit, politics and wealth. Using images and stories, Grayslake Historical Society member Linda Willhite will share her extensive research on this intriguing local family. A farewell reception for Executive Director Dave Oberg will follow.
