Geneva History Museum

Annual Members Celebration
2018-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Members only private party to celebrate the accomplishments of the Museum. Games and fun. Special 20% Gift Shop discount for Members who attend. Please register for this FREE Members Only event.
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Annual Geneva Giving Trees & 18th Century Créche Display
2018-11-20 11:00 - 2018-12-22 16:00 | Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Visit our gallery of Christmas trees decorated by local charities. Marvel at our 18th century Créche, a historic nativity scene originally displayed at The Little Traveler. Giving Trees and Créche on display through December 22.
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Champagne Brunch at The Little Traveler
2018-11-15 10:00 - 11:00 | The Little Traveler, 404 South Third Street, Geneva, 60134
Kick-off your holiday season in the Atrium Café with a special Italian-themed brunch fundraiser for the restoration of our 18th century Neapolitan nativity. Hear unique stories behind the masterpiece purchased by The Little Traveler originator, Kate Raftery and displayed each holiday season since the 1930s. Limited seats are available. Reservations taken by The Little Traveler, 630-232-4200. $30/person which includes a goodie bag full of Geneva shopping and dining offers, and a Little Traveler coupon for $10 off a $20 purchase for those that visit the Geneva History Museum to view the nativity that same day.

Burning and Rebuilding Geneva
2018-11-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Former Geneva firefighter, Sue Lencioni, shares highlights from her upcoming book chronicling historic fires that changed the commercial landscape of Geneva.
This is a Brown Bag Program held at noon on the second Tuesday of each month from September through May. Attendees are welcome to bring a lunch and the Museum offers water, coffee, and a sweet treat.
Registration is encouraged since space is limited. $5 and $3 for Museum Members, FREE for Settler Donors+
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75th Anniversary Celebration
2018-10-29 17:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, James & First Streets, Geneva
Geneva residents met at City Hall on October 29, 1943 to have a meeting about starting the Geneva Historical Society to preserve Geneva’s history. ‘
Join us promptly at 5 p.m. this Monday, October 29 on the James Street side of City Hall and pose for the largest Geneva drone selfie. The first 75 people that arrive will receive a custom creation from Graham’s Fine Chocolates.
After the photo we will go inside City Hall and share some of the fun discussion from 75 years ago. The Mayor will read a proclamation, visitors can sign a Museum poster and enjoy refreshments.
The drone photo and signed poster will be on display in the Museum’s lobby during the holidays. Come in and find yourself in the photo!
The Geneva History Museum earned a Platinum Anniversary Award from the Illinois Association of Museums.

Annual Ghost Walks
2018-10-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Guided tours of Geneva’s haunting tales. Meet at the Museum, rain or shine. Tours take place at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Advance registration is required because space is limited. Reservations are $10 and $5 for Museum Members.
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Oak Hill Cemetery Walks
2018-10-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Oak Hill Cemetery, Route 25, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Explore Geneva’s east side cemetery on Route 25. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of prominent settlers. Meet at the cemetery. $10/person @ 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

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Geneva On Wheels
2018-10-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Join us for a 45-minute van tour of historic Geneva, sharing fun stories of people, properties and events. Tours start at the Museum at 10:30 a.m. and end at The Little Traveler where you can add on lunch for $9.95. 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.
Other tour dates: November 28.
Schedule your own tour date, minimum 6 people. Bring your own bus or trolly and we will hop on to give the tour. Bike tours and walking tours also available. Call 630-232-4951 for more information.
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Textile Restoration in Your Hometown
2018-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Want to learn how to care for your precious family textiles? Eric Severson, owner of Geneva Cleaners and Certified Restoration Drycleaning Network (CRDN) will share his professional expertise. Geneva Cleaners came to the rescue for the Museum last year when a small leak damage several boxes of textiles in the Museum’s collection. The items were cared for in the proper manner to mitigate mold before returning them to their boxes. Eric will share some examples of restoration efforts from our collection that he offered at no charge to the Museum.
This is a Brown Bag Program held at noon on the second Tuesday of each month from September through May. Attendees are welcome to bring a lunch and the Museum offers water, coffee, and a sweet treat.
Admission is $5 and $3 for Museum Members. Registration is encouraged since space is limited.

West Side Cemetery Walks
2018-10-06 08:00 - 17:00 | WestSide Cemetery, 301 Stevens Street, Geneva, IL, 60134, United States
Explore Geneva’s oldest cemetery on Stevens Street. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of prominent settlers. Meet at the cemetery. $10/person @ 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
