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 Kane County Courthouse murals, the secret grotto behind the Kane County Government Center and the Eagle Statues on the Fabyan Estate and at Riverbank Laboratories.…
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 to win a $100 Gift Card to the Museum. Gift Card can be used for programs, research services, events or in the Gift Shop. Membership…
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 and landscape architects of his era—designed some of the first, estate homes at Lake Forest, Illinois. At the dawn of the 20th century (and on…
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 and current restoration efforts. $5 / person or FREE / Museum Members IN-PERSON REGISTRATION - attend the program live at the Geneva History Museum, 113…
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 video stories, including filming Geneva scenes for the movie “Road to Perdition” Enjoy amusing clips from our new Story Booth Explore behind-the-scenes of the museum…
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 to restore and repair headstones. She will tell the tales and mysteries that she and a group of dedicated volunteers have experienced while they have…
Cemetery Walk – Oak Hill Cemetery
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 prominent settlers. Meet at the cemetery (rain or shine). Reservations: $10/person $5/Museum Members SOLD OUT! West Side Cemetery Walk - 2 PM REGISTER HERE
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 -…