Annual Members Only Meeting
A membership meeting to review the bylaws and elect members of the board of directors. (View suggested bylaw changes HERE or pick up a copy at the museum.) Enjoy appetizers and refreshments while we share updates about the museum. The winning raffle ticket for the diamond and ruby necklace donated from State Street Jewelers will…
Freya’s Farewell & Winter Solstice
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesJoin us from 7-8:30 PM, Thursday, December 21 at the Geneva History Museum for Freya's Farewell, a final celebration of the immensely successful “Viking's Voyage” exhibition. This event will take place on the actual date of the Winter Solstice, which was celebrated each year by the ancient Viking Yule festivities. Taste Viking style snacks and…
VIP/Members Only Exhibition Preview
Saving Fabyan's Legacy: The Darlene Larson Story - VIP/Members Only Exhibition Reception 5 -7 PM, Friday, February 9 One of the many benefits of membership - join us and be the first to preview this new exhibition. Refreshments will be served, reservations required. Recognition and brief presentation from the Larson family at 6 PM. THIS…
Friends of Fabyan Panel
Come hear personal stories from some of the people who worked with Darlene Larson on Fabyan estate projects. Attendees will also be able to add their stories as well as ask questions from the panel. REGISTER HERE
Who Was Nelle Fabyan?
Celebrate Women's History Month with a talk on the woman behind Colonel George Fabyan, including her accomplishments and the legacy she left behind. Presented by GHM Executive Director, Terry Emma. REGISTER HERE
The History of South Third Street
Learn about Geneva's South Third Street including its evolution from residential to retail. Presented by GHM Educator, Heidi Howlett. REGISTER HERE
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…