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Challenging Conflagrations and Capable Chiefs on Facebook Live

Wednesday, April 14, 7:00 PM on Facebook Live Jane Trump will share stories, images and history of the history Grayslake Fire Department.  It is not necessary to have a Facebook account to access the event.  Just enter this link into your browser:  https://bit.ly/GrayslakeFireProgram to view the program as it happens.  It will be archived, so you […]

From Farmland to Ghost House to Town homes: The Cherry Creek Story

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Historical Society Secretary Jane Trump will present this virtual program. Today the Cherry Creek subdivision boasts hundreds of homes, but for many decades there was just one house on the property. Jane will share the stories of the pioneer family that built the house, the violent deaths that caused rumors it was haunted, the colorful […]

Search & Share Genealogy

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Join local genealogists the first Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM for a lively discussion on researching family. Share your own stories or come for advice from other genealogists.

Grand Opening: Remembering Ten Grayslake Stories Exhibit

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Explore topics old and new: William M. Gray, Pat’s Pizza, the Outdoor Theatre and more!  The first 20 visitors will receive a Fireman’s Dance magnet to take home.

Take Home Kit

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Pick up a Take Home Kit with a fun Fire Department themed activity for kids at the Heritage Center lobby during open hours and outside in the courtyard while the building is closed. All kits include a red firefighter’s hat, courtesy of the Grayslake Fire Protection District. Get Ready and Gear Up!

Reminisce Session D127

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Join the Grayslake Historical Society for a Reminisce Session about Grayslake’s D127.  This is the 75th anniversary of Grayslake High School District 127.

Folk Club Concert

Grayslake Village Hall 10 S Seymour Avenue, Grayslake, United States

Join the Lake County Folk Club as they host Wattle & Daub and Jenny & Rob Bienemann at Village Hall.  Tickets:  $18 General Public, $15 Seniors, $13 Folk Club Members

Exhibit Spotlight

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Tune into Facebook Live for this month’s Exhibit Spotlight! Each month we tell the story behind a photo or object on display in an exhibit on Facebook Live.

Search & Share Genealogy

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Join new and experienced genealogists for a lively discussion on researching family. Share your own stories or come for advice from other genealogists.