BBQ at the Museum – Annual Fundraiser
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Please join us next year. Join us for an evening of fun under a lit canopy to help raise funds for the museum, 6 to 9p.m., Thursday, September 12. Special guest emcee Scott Mackay of 95.9FM The River. Cash bar $5/ticket to purchase beer from Stockholm's Brew Pub, wine from…
Geneva On Wheels – September 25
Join us for a 45-minute van tour of historic Geneva, sharing fun stories of people, properties and events. Tour registration is $25/person and includes a Goodie Bag full of offers from Geneva shops and restaurants, FREE admission to the Museum and a postcard from the Gift Shop. Schedule your own tour date, minimum 6 people.…
Radical Decorative: Geneva’s Howell Furniture Company at the Century of Progress
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesThis year marks the 85th anniversary of the 1933 Chicago World's Fair closing on October 31, 1934. Join Stuart Henn, Marketing and Education Coordinator from Northern Illinois University Art Museum, as he explores Geneva's connection to the Century of Progress Exposition. Register by Clicking Here
Oak Hill Cemetery Walk
Oak Hill Cemetery Route 25, Geneva, IL, United StatesExplore Geneva's east side cemetery on Route 25. Learn the meanings of markings of tombstones and stories of prominent settlers. Meet at the cemetery. REGISTER HERE Join us for the West Side Cemetery at 2 p.m.
West Side Cemetery Walk
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. Meet at the cemetery. Register Here Join us for the Oak Hill Cemetery Walk at 11 a.m.
Annual Ghost Walks
Where is the most haunted spot in Geneva? Join us for ghostly tales shared through guided tours of the Historic district. Tours start at the Museum. Tours at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m.SOLD OUT and 8 p.m.SOLD OUT - Space is limited so register early! Register Here
Geneva On Wheels – October 29
Join us for a 45-minute van tour of historic Geneva, sharing fun stories of people, properties and events. Tour registration is $25/person and includes a Goodie Bag full of offers from Geneva shops and restaurants, FREE admission to the Museum and a postcard from the Gift Shop. Schedule your own tour date, minimum 6 people.…
Last Day – Kane County Juried Art Exhibition
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesLast chance to explore these thirty-two selected artworks submitted by residents from Kane County. Discover the winners of “Best in Show 2D,” “Best in Show 3D,” "Honorable Mentions" and the “Crowd Pleaser” awards. Feature Gallery open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., admission $3/person, $2/children ages 3 to 10 and FREE for Museum Members.
Geneva On Wheels – November 8
Join us for a 45-minute van tour of historic Geneva, sharing fun stories of people, properties and events. Tour registration is $25/person and includes a Goodie Bag full of offers from Geneva shops and restaurants, FREE admission to the Museum and a postcard from the Gift Shop. Schedule your own tour date, minimum 6 people.…
History of the Fabyan Forest Preserve
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesIn honor of the 80th anniversary of Kane County's acquisition of the Fabyan Estate, Vivian Lasken, Director of the Fabyan Villa & Japanese Garden, will share stories of Fabyan Forest Preserve's history. REGISTER HERE