Unveiling of the Crèche Mural
Be the first to see the new mural backdrop for our historic Neapolitan Crèche painted by Geneva artist, Dennis Gramlich. Dennis will share his inspiration and story of creating this…
Virtual 2020 Annual Celebration
Celebrate Your Museum! 5 p.m., Monday, December 7 2020 Highlights Sneak peek of projects and recent collections discoveries Enjoy a fun trivia game Elect 2021 GHM Board Members Learn GHM…
Catalog Homes Virtual Program
Ordered by mail and sent by rail, catalog houses filled a need for sturdy, inexpensive and especially, modern homes—complete with conveniences of indoor plumbing and electricity. All shipping was done…
HerStory Virtual Program
In honor of Women's History Month, register for HerStory, a free virtual program at 12 p.m., March 9, that highlights remarkable women in Geneva's history. Inspired by Geneva’s founding mother,…
Virtual Public Art Tour
Join us for a virtual tour of the many public art pieces throughout Geneva. Learn the stories behind their creation and the artists who made them. Artwork includes the 1910…
May is Membership Month
May is Membership Month at the Geneva History Museum. Help preserve Geneva's best cultural institution during the month of May by renewing or becoming a Museum Member for a chance…
Architect John Todd Hetherington: From Lake Forest to Geneva
With a career long overlooked, John Todd Hetherington was the architect to some of Chicago’s most prominent residents at the close of the 19th century. Hetherington--along with other leading residential…
A Hidden Gem in Geneva – The Sacred Heart Grotto
Learn the story of The Sacred Heart Grotto, hidden on the grounds of the Kane County Government Center. Presenter, Bob McQuillin, from The Knights of Columbus, will share its history…
Virtual BBQ at the Museum Fundraiser
You’re Invited to the Geneva History Museum FREE Virtual BBQ Fundraiser with 95.9 The River Host, Scott Mackay! 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 16 Get a kick out of our fun…
Cemetery Restoration Project
Museum Educator, Heidi Howlett, will share the story of the ongoing restoration project at Geneva's West Side Cemetery. Heidi received training from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources on how…