This event is reaching capacity. Please call to inquire about a reservation. 630-232-4951 One of the many benefits of being a Geneva History Museum member! Join us for this sneak preview of the new Feature Gallery exhibition, Viking's Voyage - A 19th century ship's journey from Norway to Illinois. Come explore the story of this replica…

Learn about the history of Geneva High School's Viking mascot. Presented by GHM Educator, Heidi Howlett. This is a Brown Bag Series Program presented at the Geneva History Museum at noon on the second Tuesday of each month from September - November and February - May. Please register in advance to assure seating. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION…

Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of Geneva's east side including stories of houses, buildings, and people with an option to exit the trolley at Good Templar Park to take an additional 30-minute guided tour of the Viking Ship. Tours start every hour from 12 PM - 4 PM Wednesday, June 21, Thursday, June 22, and Friday,…

Come learn how to use a Lucet, a tool Vikings used to create cords for clothing or straps. Recommended for ages 5-12. Registration required, $10/child, and includes admission to the museum. Parents must accompany children. Participants will be allowed to take home their creations. REGISTER HERE

Come build and sail several different ships. Learn the basics of making rope by hand. Recommended for ages 5-12. Registration required, $10/child, and includes admission to the museum. Parents must accompany children. Participants will be allowed to take home their creations. REGISTER HERE

Learn how to make your own small dragon origami boat in just 14 steps! Recommended for ages 10+. Registration required, $10/child, and includes admission to the museum. Parents must accompany children. Participants will be allowed to take home their creations. REGISTER HERE

Learn all about the process of restoring a century-old Viking Ship's dragon head and tail, now named Freya. Presented by Third Coast Conservation who performed Freya's recent restoration. New this year, all Geneva History Museum members may register for free and will also have the ability to view the recorded program on our Members' Only…