Archive of News Items for Category “Exhibits”

Below are summaries of all the news items in the category Exhibits. To read the full item (including comments), click on ‘[more…]’.

Starry, Starry Night Provides Music, Dancing, Fun at Second Chance Prom
The third annual garden party with nearly 100 guests was a fun and raised over $10,000.  [more…]
Posted Jul 22, 2008 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Prom-enade of Dresses from 1900s to 2000s Featured at Eklund History Center
The Chance to Dance exhibit is open and features outfits from the flapper’s fringe-covered short dress to last year’s frothy black chiffon long gown.  [more…]
Posted Jul 9, 2008 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Dance at the “Last Chance Prom,” Historical Society’s Annual Garden Party Fundraiser
The society’s annual garden party fundraiser will be held Saturday, July 12.  [more…]
Posted Jun 19, 2008 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Press Releases
Eklund History Center Open on Sundays, Wednesdays
The Glencoe Historical Society’s Eklund History Center from 1–4 p.m. on Sundays or 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays.  [more…]
Posted Jun 19, 2008 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Eklund History Reopens on Sundays with New, Refurbished Exhibits
The Eklund History Center will be open every Sunday through the year with the exception of August and major holidays, from 1 to 4 p.m.   [more…]
Posted May 30, 2008 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Black History in Glencoe Opens for Black History Month
GHS has two events to celebrate Black History Month are scheduled: an opening reception and a panel discussion mid-month.   [more…]
Posted Jan 16, 2008 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Historical Society Closes Museum for Work; Research Center Remains Open
Museum will be closed during renovation which is expected to last two months.   [more…]
Posted Sep 13, 2007 in Exhibits, Press Releases, Research Center
Garden Party at Eklund Center Set for July 21st
The Society’s Garden Party will be held on July 21 and will feature a new exhibit, Life is a Beach, So Dig Right In, inside the Eklund History Center museum.  [more…]
Posted Jun 21, 2007 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Village Hall Changes Exhibition at Library
Historical Society exhibit at the Glencoe Public Library shows proposed and actual changes to Village Hall the years.  [more…]
Posted May 24, 2007 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Post Cards and Birthday Greetings Open at Eklund History Center
Two new exhibits are open: Greetings from Glencoe, a compendium of postcards, and Happy Birthday, a look at what society has collected since its May 3, 1937 incorporation.  [more…]
Posted Apr 25, 2007 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Historical Society Sets Dates for Summer Events
Mark your calendars for: Annual Strawberry Sociable (June 3) ; Lunch with Othello (June 10); and Second Annual Garden Party (July 21).  [more…]
Posted Apr 25, 2007 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Greetings from Glencoe Opens April 29th
A new post card exhibit, Greetings from Glencoe, featuring the donation of Glencoe resident Bea and Barney Berlin will open with a special event 2-4 p.m. April 29th at the Glencoe Historical Society.  [more…]
Posted Apr 18, 2007 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Save the Dates for GHS Events
Upcoming events include: Strawberry Sociable (June 3), Lunch-Theater (June 10), and Garden Party (July 21).  [more…]
Posted Apr 13, 2007 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Spring 2007 Newsletter
List of Articles: Strawberry Sociable; Upcoming Events & Exhibits; Museum Hours; Volunteering & Donating.   [more…]
Posted Apr 10, 2007 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Garden, Newsletters
History of School, Work, and Fashion on Exhibit
Glencoe School Days, the evolving Business District in Glencoe and Mrs. Sharpe Steps Out are three exhibits now on view  [more…]
Posted Oct 25, 2006 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Second Grade History and Architecture program nominated for Illinois Association of Museums Educational Award
Society is nominated for an award for its participation with it‘s book and exhibits in the District # 35 Second Grade History and Architecture program.  [more…]
Posted Jul 14, 2006 in Awards, Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Historical Society Announces Summer Hours; Sets Garden Party Benefit
Summer hours are in effect from now until September. Garden Party Benefit, scheduled for July 29, includes new exhibit: Mrs. Sharpe Steps Out.  [more…]
Sharpe Wardrobe Donated to Society
The wardrobe of Glencoe socialite Helen Sharpe was donated to the Glencoe Historical Society. It consists of an astounding collection of garments that encompasses the diverse fashions of the 20th century.  [more…]
Posted Mar 2, 2006 in Exhibits
Glencoe School Days, Old Glencoe Exhibits open March 12th at Eklund Center
The Glencoe Historical Society re-opens March 12th from 2–4 p.m. with two new exhibits, Glencoe School Days, Old Glencoe.  [more…]
Posted Feb 24, 2006 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Grand Re-Opening with Glencoe School Days and and Old Glencoe Exhibits on March 12
“School days, school days, dear old Golden Rule days” or so the song goes. Come back with us to Glencoe’s early days and visit the Glencoe School Days exhibit, officially opening March 12, from 2-4 p.m. at the Eklund...  [more…]
Posted Feb 4, 2006 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Old Church Bell Finds Home at Society
Trinity Lutheran Church donated to the Glencoe Historical Society their 113-year-old church bell that once sat atop Central School.  [more…]
Posted Dec 8, 2005 in Exhibits
Glencoe News: Support local historical society
Glencoe News urges supporting Society by donating items to the School Days exhibit as well as buying items at the Trash for Treasure Sale.  [more…]
Posted Oct 6, 2005 in Exhibits
School Days, School Daze—Who Has Some Remembrances Of School?
Society is accepting donation for School Days exhibit.  [more…]
Posted Sep 1, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Kovnat Donates Wren Houses to Eklund Garden
Irving Kovnat, a 26-year resident of Glencoe and master woodworker, contributes to Eklund garden and upcoming exhibit, Glencoe Schools Through the Years.  [more…]
Posted Aug 25, 2005 in Exhibits, Garden, Press Releases
Two “Last Chances” to visit the Eklund History Center
Visit Exhibits now before museum closes for the summer.  [more…]
Posted May 19, 2005 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Sundays Are For History and Smorgasbord of Exhibits
Open exhibits include: 1940s: Years of Transitions; Victorian Bride; What’s in Our Name; Glencoe’s Business District; and The Eklund Family workshop.  [more…]
Posted Apr 7, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Sunday afternoons at the Eklund Center: Fun, Fashion, Forties, Family
Museum hours change for March only. Exhibits on display include: 1940s, Years of Transitions; Victorian Bride; Our Family; What’s in Our Name; Glencoe’s Business District; and Eklund Family Workshop.  [more…]
Posted Mar 1, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Victorian Bride
Society opens Victorian Bride and Glencoe Families (featuring the Kurschners) on Sunday, February 13.  [more…]
Posted Feb 8, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
A Victorian Bride, A Look at Bridal Traditions
Museum features Victorian Bride and Our Family as new exhibits on February 13.  [more…]
Posted Feb 1, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Historical Society’s Eklund Center Great Place for Sunday Afternoon Viewing
Museum features exhibits: 1940s: Years of Transition, Old Glencoe, Glencoe’s Business District, Eklund Family Workshop, Our Family.  [more…]
Posted Jan 18, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Eklund Center to Host Open House
Open house on Sunday, January 8 will highlight the year-long 1940s: Years of Transition exhibit and a new exhibit titled Our Family featuring the Kurschners, a Glencoe-based group since the 1880s.  [more…]
Posted Jan 4, 2005 in Events, Exhibits, Press Releases
Eklund History Center Opens Jan. 9 for 2005
The Eklund History Center will hold its first 2005 Sunday open house, Jan.9 from 2-4 p.m., highlighting the year-long 1940s: Years of Transition exhibit as well as a new exhibit, Our Family. Another exhibit, Victorian Bride will open Sunday, Feb. 13, 2005.  [more…]
Posted Jan 4, 2005 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Eklund History Center Great Place to Visit Thanksgiving Weekend
Exhibit about 1940s connects you with past Thanksgivings.  [more…]
Posted Nov 11, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Society Has Gifts for Everyone on Your Holiday List
Books on Glencoe history make wonderful gifts for the holidays. Come see them when you visit the exhibits on the 1940s and election campaign buttons.  [more…]
Posted Nov 11, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Fall 2004 Newsletter
Articles: Eklund Center Opens ‘40s Exhibit; Annual Dinner Nov. 8th; Donations to Garden Renovation Project; Garden Progress: Phase I Completed; Capital Improvements, Hard Work Bring New Walls, Painting, Reorganization; Donations to the General Fund; Glencoe History on the Web; Artifact Donations; Sara C. “Sally” Eklund  [more…]
Posted Oct 20, 2004 in Events, Exhibits, Garden, Newsletters, Website
Button It Up—Political Buttons Featured at Eklund History Center
The Glencoe Historical Society is featuring an exhibit of election buttons at its Eklund History Center and Museum with a wide-ranging collection of buttons dating from 1896 (McKinley for President) to 2004.  [more…]
Posted Sep 23, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Political Button Exhibit Opens September 17
Glencoe Historical Society opens new exhibit features political buttons from elections of the last century.  [more…]
Posted Sep 17, 2004 in Exhibits
1940s: A Time of Transition Swings at the Eklund History Center
The Glencoe Historical Society opens a new exhibit, 1940s: A Time of Transition at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, September 17 at the Eklund History Center, 377 Park Avenue. Other exhibits include What’s in Our Name? and a collection of political campaign buttons and other paraphernalia. They join the three permanent exhibits: Old Glencoe (1830-1890s), Glencoe’s Business District, and the Eklund Furniture Workshop.    [more…]
Posted Sep 9, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Historical Society Exhibits Close After June
The May and two June Sunday openings will be the last times to see the Glencoe Historical Society exhibits: Sports of All Sorts, What’s In a Name?, and Glencoe Then and Now.  [more…]
Posted May 5, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Winter 2004 - Spring 2004 Newsletter
Articles: ‘Sports of All Sorts’ opens second season; Garden Fund grows; 2nd annual Strawberry Sociable scheduled; Historical Society’s web site; Donations; Pictures; Additions to collection; Then and now  [more…]
Posted Apr 30, 2004 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Garden, Newsletters, Website
“What’s In a Name?” Opens Sunday, April 25
New exhibit opening at Glencoe Historical Society’s Eklund History Museum, “What’s In a Name?”, opens Sunday April 25 to look at look at the story of Glencoe, Scotland, and its relationship to Glencoe, Illinois.  [more…]
Posted Apr 15, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Sports of All Sorts Exhibit Open
Sports of all Sorts as well as the Black History Month exhibits are open to the public at the Glencoe Historical Society the second and fourth Sundays of the months from March through June (except Mother’s Day).  [more…]
Posted Feb 10, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Sports of All Sorts Exhibit Opens at Historical Society Feb. 8
Sports of All Sorts exhibit features sports equipment from the Society’s collection including: wooden skis, four-wheel roller skates, wooden tennis racquets, and bathing suits before the bikini. Also on display is an alcove filled with tee-shirts and hats from Glencoe Park District sports programs offered for youths through the years. A members’ preview is set for Feb. 6, 7:30–9 p.m.   [more…]
Posted Feb 3, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Fall 2003 - Winter 2004 Newsletter
Articles: Crowning Glory hat exhibit opens; Garden rejuvenation; Computerizing collection; Pictures; Additions to collection; Recent donations; Website; Kentucky rifle donated; NEIL meets at Eklund Center; Glencoe Rotary meets at Eklund Center; Glencoe Garden Club tours Eklund Garden; Enter hat raffle  [more…]
Posted Jan 31, 2004 in Events, Exhibits, Fundraising, Garden, Newsletters, Website
Last Chance to See Crowing Glory Hat Exhibit at the Eklund Center
This head-turning look at the changing fashion of women’s and men’s toppers from the 19th through the 20th centuries, with artifacts ranging from bonnets of the late 1880s to picture hats and berets of the 1980s will be open only two more afternoons before it comes down.  [more…]
Posted Jan 1, 2004 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Hat Exhibit Opens on Sunday, Dec. 14
On Sunday, Dec. 14 the Glencoe Historical Society opens Crowing Glory, an exhibit of hats, hatboxes and information based on artifacts from it’s collection.  [more…]
Posted Nov 20, 2003 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Hat Exhibit Opens Sunday, September 14
Crowning Glory, an exhibit based on artifacts from the Historical Society’s collection ranging from the 1870s to the 1970s, is a look at the changing fashion of women’s and men’s toppers. It opens on September 14  [more…]
Posted Jun 26, 2003 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Hat Exhibit in Works
Glencoe Historical Society curators are creating the next exhibit at the Eklund History Center—Crowning Glory, a look at the changing fashion of women’s and men’s toppers.  [more…]
Posted Jun 26, 2003 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Map Exhibit Open At Historical Society Sunday, April 13
Glencoe Historical Society’s Map Exhibit features dozens of maps including reproductions of Indian location maps as well as an 1875 hand-drawn and hand-colored atlas showing the “U.S. Roadway – to Green Bay,” forerunner of the modern Green Bay Road, and railroad maps of the current Metra line when it was the Chicago and North Western as well as the North Shore electric line. The exhibit opens Sunday, April 13.  [more…]
Posted Apr 15, 2003 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Historical Society Seeks Scout Items for Upcoming Exhibit
Glencoe Historical Society seeks uniforms, pictures or other items that were used by Glencoe Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cubs, Brownies or Daisies, Camp Fire Girls or other Scout organizations for upcomming exhibit.  [more…]
Posted May 1, 2002 in Exhibits, Press Releases
Dollhouse Exhibit Opens Sunday, March 3
The Glencoe Historical Society’s latest exhibit, “Miniature Rooms from Victorian Times” created by Mabel Mason opens on Sunday, March 3.  [more…]
Posted Feb 25, 2002 in Exhibits, Press Releases