Oak Hill Cemetery Walk – 10 AM
Oak Hill Cemetery Route 25, Geneva, IL, United StatesExplore Geneva's east-side cemetery on Route 25. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of prominent settlers. Meet at cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE
West Side Cemetery Walk – 12 PM
WestSide Cemetery 301 Stevens Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesExplore Geneva's oldest cemetery on Stevens Street. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of prominent settlers. Also learn about the recent restoration efforts by our Museum Educator and volunteers. Meet at cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE
West Side Cemetery Walk – 2 PM
WestSide Cemetery 301 Stevens Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesExplore Geneva's oldest cemetery on Stevens Street. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of prominent settlers. Also learn about the recent restoration efforts by our Museum Educator and volunteers. Meet at cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE
Ghost Walks 2, 4, 6 & 8 PM
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesWhere is the most haunted spot in downtown Geneva? Join us for ghostly tales shared through a 45-minute guided walking tour of historic downtown Geneva. Stories include the faceless, handless man, the mystery of the piano teacher's music playing in a house and the haunted courthouse. Tours start at the museum, rain or shine. REGISTER…
Eden on the Fox: The Fabyan Japanese Garden
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesLearn the history of the Japanese Garden in the Fabyan Forest Preserve. Presented by Vivien Lassen, Director of the Fabyan Villa Museum and Japanese Garden. This is a "2nd Tuesday @ 2 PM" program and includes admission to the museum's Feature Gallery, "Saving Fabyan's Legacy: The Darlene Larson Story" highlighting how one woman's passion started…
Annual Members Meeting & Celebration
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesMembers only private meeting and party to elect board members and to celebrate the museum's accomplishments. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with a fun game to end the evening. Special 20% off Gift Shop discount for attendees. REGISTER HERE
Trivia Night Fundraiser
Compete in four trivia rounds (one round Geneva history) while enjoying delicious food with friends. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team, most creative team name and best costumes, so round up your smartest pals and show off your trivia skills. Don't miss out on this exciting fundraiser! Teams of up to 8 people.…
VIP/Members Only Exhibition Preview Celebration
Be the first to see the latest Feature Gallery exhibition "Eat Your Heart Out Geneva" - an exploration of Geneva's historic restaurants. Enjoy appetizers and wine while you explore this exhibition. Special presentation at 6 PM featuring restaurant critic, Izzy Kharasch of Hospitality Works Inc. REGISTER HERE
Restaurant Roundtable
Geneva's seasoned restaurant owners come together to share insights and stories from the world of hospitality. From managing daily operations to cultivating community connections, this discussion offers a look at the challenges and joys of owning a restaurant in Geneva. Registration recommended, $5/person, free for museum members. REGISTER HERE
A Brief History of The Girls School
Museum Educator, Heidi Howlett, will present a history of the Illinois State Training School for Girls that was once located in Geneva. Reservations recommended, $5/person, free for museum members. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!