The Little Traveler After Kate
A detailed look at the different owners who took over The Little Traveler after its founder, Kate Raftery passed away in 1953. Presented by Geneva History Museum Executive Director, Terry Emma. Hear the story of Julia Krafft, owner of Honey Bear Farm; how Fred Harvey tried to make it a chain; and how the Simon…
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 on tombstones and stories of those who are buried here including Kate Raftery, founder of The Little Traveler and Henry Bennett of the Bennett Flour Mill. Meet at the cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE for the Oak Hill Cemetery Walk at…
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 those who are buried here including the Herrington family and Augustus Conant, founder of Geneva's oldest churc. Meet at the cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE for the West Side Cemetery Walk at 2 PM Oak Hill Cemetery Walk,…
Annual Ghost Walks – 2 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. 2 PM Walk is sold out
Annual Ghost Walks – 4 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. 4 PM Walk is sold out
Annual Ghost Walks – 6 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. The 6 PM Walk is sold out.
Annual Ghost Walks – 8 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. 8 PM Walk sold out.
Raffle for “Prototype for ‘Sonrise, Bay of Naples Italy’” Painting
Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win this “Prototype for ‘Sonrise, Bay of Naples Italy’” (10x30”, acrylic on board) by Geneva artist, Dennis Gramlich. Painting is currently on display with the Crèche. Tickets $25/each or 5 for $100 and may be purchased here online or at the Geneva History Museum front desk. Drawing will be…
History of the Crèche
Kick-off your holiday season with a talk on our 18th century Neapolitan nativity. Hear unique stories and hidden meanings behind this masterpiece that was first displayed at The Little Traveler in the 1930's. Be the first to view the Crèche this holiday season - it will be setup for this program and ready for viewing…
Annual Members Celebration
Celebrate with us! 5 PM, Monday, December 12 Enjoy appetizers and refreshments. Stories about the museum and play a Geneva history game. Explore the museum gallery and new neon selfie wall. Take 20% off Gift Shop purchases made that evening only. REGISTER HERE