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A Stroll Down the South Side of Center Street

Previously a well-received program on the north side of the street was held with audience participation. Due to Covid – 19 restrictions, this program will very likely be on Facebook Live. Check social media and other sources as the date comes closer. The program will briefly tell the history of each building with known stories […]

Folk Club Concert: Tricia Alexander

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

The Heritage Center hosts a concert featuring Tricia Alexander with opener Jim Gary. Tickets: General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Folk Club Members $13.

Search & Share Genealogy

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, 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.

The Influenza Pandemic of 1918 – 1919

Depending on Covid restrictions in November, this program will be in person or on Facebook Live. It’s fitting that we will be spotlighting the 1918 – 1919 pandemic on Veteran’s Day. Influenza raged in army and navy camps and caused the U.S. to lose more military personnel to disease than to combat in World War […]

Annual Giving Tree display opens

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

The display will continue through December during normal Museum open hours. Covid restrictions will apply. This display features decorate trees created by local organizations. Trees are to illustrate each group’s mission. Visitors to the Museum may purchase a ticket(s) to vote for their favorite. The money received is share with the participating organization.

Search & Share Genealogy

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, 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.

EXHIBIT OPENS: Overcoming Disasters: A Community Comes Together

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

Grayslake has faced fires, tornados, floods, and now a pandemic. With original photographs, artifacts, and sets build by the College of Lake County Theater Department, you can be an eyewitness to disasters of the past. The exhibit ends with our current pandemic and an opportunity for you to leave your mark on records that will […]