Annual Members Celebration
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesMembers only private party to celebrate the Museum's accomplishments. A review of the Museum's finances and voting for Board of Directors positions, followed by appetizers, wine, and fun. Special 20% off Gift Shop discount for attendees. REGISTER HERE
Museum Closed for Inventory & Exhibition Installation
The Geneva History Museum will be closed from December 23 through February 7 for Gift Shop Inventory and Exhibition installation. Feature Gallery Exhibition - Disaster and Destruction Hit Geneva, opens February 8 to the public.
VIP/Members Only Exhibition Opening Party “Disaster & Destruction Hit Geneva”
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesBe the first to view our new Feature Gallery Exhibition: Disaster & Destruction Hit Geneva A photographic exhibition highlighting the disasters and destruction that have rocked this city and how Geneva responded in the wake of devastation. Appetizers and wine will be served. Tornados, fires, floods and blizzards have affected Geneva and several changed the…
Feature Gallery Exhibition: Disaster & Destruction Hit Geneva Open to the Public
Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street, Geneva, IL, United States(photo of the 1965 tornado) Explore this photographic exhibition highlighting the disasters and destruction that have rocked this city and how Geneva responded in the way of devastation. Admission: $3/person, $2/children ages 3 to 10, and includes the 3,000 square foot Main Gallery "Geneva's Story" Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday thru Saturday thru…
Geneva’s East Side
Come learn about Geneva's development east of the Fox River and north of Route 38. Hear stories about the people, homes and businesses that shaped this area. REGISTER (CLICK HERE) (do not click on the buttons below)
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!