Cemetery Walk – West Side Cemetery
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 prominent settlers. Meet at the cemetery, rain or shine. Reservations: $10.00/Person $5.00/Museum Member REGISTER HERE
Annual Ghost Walks
Where is the most haunted spot in Geneva? Join us for ghostly tales through guided tours of historic downtown. New stories including the Patten House Restaurant and the Geneva History Museum. Tours start at the Museum at 2PM, 4PM, 6PM or 8PM, rain or shine, and last about 45-minutes. Reservations: $10/Person $5/Museum Member 2PM Ghost…
Refueling the Past
Author Archie Bentz will share excerpts from his latest book, "Refueling the Past: A History of Service Stations in Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles." His talk will be followed by a book signing. Reservations: $5/Person FREE/Museum Members IN-PERSON REGISTRATION - attend the program live at the Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street. VIRTUAL REGISTRATION -…
Annual Members Celebration 2021
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesJoin us for this fun Members Only event - virtually! The evening includes updates on the museum, a presentation from the Board of Directors, voting on the museum's By-Law updates (view By-Laws here) and election of officers. VIRTUAL REGISTRATION HERE
The History of The Little Traveler
Once referenced as "Alice in Wonderland with price tags," The Little Traveler has become Geneva's most iconic shop. Hear the story of how it was started by Kate Raftery in 1922 and grew into a thriving business, transforming South Third Street from residential to business. Join us at noon on Tuesday, February 8. Please register…
Who Was Kate Raftery?
In honor of National Women's History Month, join us for this special presentation about The Little Traveler founder, Kate Raftery. Learn more about the woman behind this iconic shop, including her influence and impact on the community. Please register for either in-person limited seating or to receive a link to join us virtually via Zoom.…
“The Fox”
In honor of Earth Day, learn the story of Jim Phillips, a local environmentalist known only as "The Fox" up until his death in 2001. He garnered local and national attention in the 1970s while making enemies with the corporations that polluted the Fox River. Please register for either in-person limited seating or to receive…
Hats Off to Geneva
The Geneva History Museum will share an interesting piece of The Little Traveler's fashionable history. Back in the day, when women would buy a dress from the Traveler's dress department, they would receive extra fabric so they could have a matching hat made at a local hat shop. This program starts with a brunch at…
Kate Raftery’s River Lane Beautification
Join Michael Lambert, City of Geneva Historic Preservation Planner, as he describes Kate Raftery's transformation of River Lane from shanties to summer homes. Please register for either in-person limited seating or to receive a link to join us virtually via Zoom. Register for IN-PERSON attendance: No food or beverages will be allowed and face masks…
VIP/Members Only Celebration of “100 Years of The Little Traveler” Exhibition
One of the many benefits of museum membership, join us for refreshments and viewing of this outstanding exhibition. Gather at 5:30 PM in the meeting room to hear stories from the great-granddaughter of the shop founder, Kate Raftery Muth, current owner, Michael Simon, and former shop manager, Norma Jaeger. REGISTER HERE