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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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!

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

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