A Life In Code
In honor of National Women's History Month, join us for this special Skype presentation with author G. Stuart Smith, great-nephew of pioneer cryptanalyst Elizebeth Smith Friedman who began her career at Fabyan's Riverbank Laboratories in Geneva. Limited seating available. Tables will not be set up to accommodate the large anticipated attendance. CLICK (HERE) TO REGISTER…
Share Your Story of Covid-19
During this time of crisis around the world, the Geneva History Museum is pleased to offer a way to connect with each other in our first virtual program to share your stories of Covid-19. April 14 at noon would have been our regularly scheduled monthly Brown Bag program so instead of more cancellations, we have…
Frank Brownfield Gray: Geneva Architect
Born in St. Charles, Frank Brownfield Gray eventually established his architectural office at Geneva in 1928. His extensive portfolio of projects throughout the Fox River Valley has been unacknowledged and often overlooked. Michael A. Lambert, Preservation Planner for the City of Geneva, will highlight Gray's career, as well as his architectural legacy in Geneva and…
Good Cheer and Gossip: Geneva Nurses Alumnae Newsletter (1928-1947)
Join us virtually to hear stories of the nurses who trained at Colonial and Community Hospitals between 1911 and 1935 from letters they wrote for the hospital Christmas newsletters. Volunteer, Sue Anderson, will share how these resourceful women grew their careers and raised families during two tumultuous decades that encompassed the Great Depression and World…
Virtual Night at the Museum Fundraiser
Join us via ZOOM for a fun & free virtual night at the museum, complete with camaraderie, collections & cocktails, to raise funds for GHM! REGISTER HERE!
60th Anniversary of JFK Speech in Geneva
In honor of the 60th anniversary of then Senator John F. Kennedy's visit to Geneva, join us virtually to learn about his itinerary on October 25, 1960, his speech, and stories shared by those who were there. Attendees can also share their stories at the end of the program. (this will be recorded for the…
Unveiling of the Crèche Mural
Be the first to see the new mural backdrop for our historic Neapolitan Crèche painted by Geneva artist, Dennis Gramlich. Dennis will share his inspiration and story of creating this beautiful addition to our 18th century nativity. This is a FREE virtual program. Please register at the button below to receive the Zoom link to…
Virtual 2020 Annual Celebration
Celebrate Your Museum! 5 p.m., Monday, December 7 2020 Highlights Sneak peek of projects and recent collections discoveries Enjoy a fun trivia game Elect 2021 GHM Board Members Learn GHM plans for the future REGISTER HERE Review GHM 2019 Audit (link to come), GHM Board nominees and Minutes from the 2019 Annual Celebration.
Catalog Homes Virtual Program
Ordered by mail and sent by rail, catalog houses filled a need for sturdy, inexpensive and especially, modern homes—complete with conveniences of indoor plumbing and electricity. All shipping was done by rail with boxcars full of labeled parts, consequently the largest concentrations of catalog houses are in the Northeast and Midwest, which were served by…
HerStory Virtual Program
In honor of Women's History Month, register for HerStory, a free virtual program at 12 p.m., March 9, that highlights remarkable women in Geneva's history. Inspired by Geneva’s founding mother, Charity Herrington, women have continued to influence and improve the well-being of our city. Although denied the opportunity to vote through most of the Progressive…