Cryptanalyst-in-Chief: Elizebeth Smith Friedman
Elizebeth Smith Friedman was a pioneer in code-breaking and one of the nation's foremost cryptanalysts. She took down smuggling syndicates during Prohibition, broke enigma codes in WWII, and caught Nazi spies in South America. She and her husband, William Friedman, practically invented their field overnight. Learn about her start at the fabulous Geneva estate of…
Team Trivia
Penrose Brewing Company 509 Stevens Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesJoin us for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing questions and great beer at Penrose Brewing Company! Test your knowledge in four rounds of different topics (one round Geneva history) while enjoying delicious brews and good food with friends. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team, most creative team name and best costumes, so round up…
The Fabyan Windmill
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesLearn all about the Fabyan windmill including its history and function. Presented by Mark Rivecco, a volunteer miller for the Fabyan windmill. This is a "2nd Tuesday @ 2PM" program and includes admission to the museum's Feature Gallery exhibition "Saving Fabyan's Legacy: The Darlene Larson Story" highlighting how one woman's passion started the restoration of…
Cemetery Restoration Project
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesGHM Educator, Heidi Howlett, will share an update about the ongoing restoration of West Side Cemetery. Over 500 stones have been either cleaned or restored since the project began in 2020. This is a "2nd Tuesday @ 2PM" program and includes admission to the museum's Feature Gallery "Saving Fabyan's Legacy: The Darlene Larson Story" highlighting…
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