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
Architecture of The Little Traveler
The Little Traveler 404 South Third Street, GenevaHow did The Little Traveler grow from a stately 1867 Italianate home to the 36-room sprawling shop that it is today? The Geneva History Museum will take you through the building after hours to share the story of the many additions. The presentation will begin at St. Mark's Church (across the street from The Little…
Architecture of The Little Traveler
The Little Traveler 404 South Third Street, GenevaHow did The Little Traveler grow from a stately 1867 Italianate home to the 36-room sprawling shop that it is today? The Geneva History Museum will take you through the building after hours to share the story of the many additions. The presentation will begin at St. Mark's Church (across the street from The Little…
Swedish Days Walking Tours
Join us during Geneva's Swedish Days Festival for a guided walking tour of historic Geneva. Registration is required and limited for each time slot and includes admission to the museum galleries, The 100th Anniversary of The Little Traveler and Geneva's Story. Tours start and end at the Geneva History Museum and take approximately 45-minutes. The…
Who Was William Moulis?
Learn about visual artist William Moulis, who helped create The Little Traveler's aesthetic, while making a name for himself as an artist, throughout the mid-20th century. Presented by the Geneva History Museum's Curator of Collections & Exhibitions, Markie Striegel. This is a Brown Bag Program offered on the second Tuesday of each month from September-November…
BBQ Fundraiser – September 22, 2022
Geneva Golf Club 831 South Street, Geneva, United StatesEat, Drink & Be Giving! 6-9 PM, Thursday, September 22, 2022 Geneva Golf Club, 831 South Street We have a lot to celebrate... Join us for our annual BBQ Fundraiser to raise money for the museum and to celebrate the museum's achievement of national accreditation. Buffet dinner by Enticing Cuisine Chopped Salad, Corn Bread, BBQ…