Archive of News Items for Category “Press Releases”

Below are summaries of all the news items in the category Press Releases. 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
Memorial Day Remembers Dead, Vets
Society provides background material for veterans mentioned in Memorial Day observance.  [more…]
Posted May 26, 2008 in Events, Press Releases
Bike Hike and Daggitt Cemetery Walk: Informative, Enjoyable, and Cold
Daggitt Cemetery event included a lecture on its history as well as a scavenger hunt.  [more…]
Posted May 21, 2008 in Events, Press Releases
The Amazing Chase Was On!

The Amazing Chase, a village-wide scavenger hunt took place Sunday, April 27 and attracted more than 90 scavengers, ranging in age from 2 to 73.

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Posted May 2, 2008 in Events, Press Releases
Get Ready, Get Set, Amazing Chase is Coming
Apply now for Amazing Chase, a scavenger hunt of historic proportions.  [more…]
Posted Apr 17, 2008 in Events, Press Releases
Enter Amazing Chase Now
Time is running out to form teams for the Amazing Chase, a scavenger hunt set for 2-4 p.m. April 27.  [more…]
Posted Apr 10, 2008 in Events, Press Releases
Get Ready, Get Set, Go
The Amazing Chase is a scavenger hunt of historic proportions set for April 27, 2-4 p.m.  [more…]
Posted Apr 3, 2008 in Events, Press Releases
Eklund Center Reopens; Research Center Ready for Inquiries
The Research Center open again and the newly renovated space makes it much easier to find information.  [more…]
Posted Mar 21, 2008 in Press Releases, Research Center
Celebrating Glencoe History Panel
Panel of black residents reminisced about being African American and living in Glencoe through the decades.  [more…]
Posted Feb 21, 2008 in Events, 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
Schweig Elected New President
Evey Schweig was elected president at the society’s annual meeting Nov. 9. The meeting celebrated the group’s 70th anniversary with foods from the previous seven decades.  [more…]
Posted Nov 12, 2007 in Fundraising, 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
Lunch with Othello Is Great Success
Prior to seeing Shakespeare’s Othello at Writer’s Theater, guests enjoyed a lunch of Moroccan-themed foods such as lamb pies and curried chicken. A short exhibit, Theater in Glencoe, illustrated the history of theater in the village.  [more…]
Posted Jun 14, 2007 in Events, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Second Graders to Visit Downtown Glencoe, Historical Society
Second graders visited various downtown business and two homes as part of their My Community program at school.  [more…]
Posted May 31, 2007 in Events, 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
Lunch with Othello Moves Indoors
Lunch with Othello—lunch followed by the Writer’s Theater production of Othello sponsored by the Glencoe Historical Society—will move indoors June 10th due to the cicada invasion in the Eklund Garden.  [more…]
Posted May 16, 2007 in Events, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Strawberry Sociable June 3
Glencoe Historical Society’s annual Strawberry Sociable, a celebration of summer, will be held June 3rd, 2–4 p.m. at the Eklund History Center, 377 Park Ave. Admission is free and everyone is invited.  [more…]
Posted May 16, 2007 in Events, Garden, 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
Girl Scouts Index Photographs
Girl scouts from troop 274 earn Service Hours by indexing photographs.  [more…]
Posted Feb 2, 2007 in Press Releases, Research Center
Annual Meeting Nov. 17th
The Glencoe Historical Society will hold its Annual Meeting Nov. 17th at the former home of Helen and Bryron Sharpe, 600 N. Sheridan Road. The event will feature a fashion show showing clothing from the Helen Sharpe Collection as well as a gourmet dinner and silent auction.  [more…]
Posted Oct 25, 2006 in Events, Press Releases
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
What Have You Found In Your Attic? Or Your Walls?
Eklund Center now open on alternate Sundays, 2–4 p.m.  [more…]
Posted Sep 27, 2006 in Press Releases, Research Center
Second Grade PTO Cultural Arts Program Wins State Award
The Glencoe Historical Society’s Second Grade History and Architecture Program, done in conjunction with the South School PTO, has won an Award of Excellence from the Illinois Association of Museums  [more…]
Posted Sep 14, 2006 in Awards, Press Releases
Garden Party Huge Success Despite Heat
Garden Party highlights included buffet supper, spectacular blooms, and debut of Mrs. Sharpe Steps Out.  [more…]
Posted Jul 31, 2006 in Events, Garden, 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
Annuals Fill in Eklund Garden; Ready for Garden Party Benefit
Flowers added to garden in preparation for Garden Party Benefit.  [more…]
Posted Jun 29, 2006 in Events, Fundraising, Garden, 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…]
Garden Party Set For July 29th
The Glencoe Historical Society will host a Garden Party at 6 p.m. July 29th in the beautiful Eklund Garden, featuring a cocktail buffet and the opening of Mrs. Sharpe Steps Out, an exhibit of vintage clothing from the Helen Sharpe Collection.  [more…]
Posted May 25, 2006 in Events, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Strawberry Sociable Set For June 11
The 4th annual Strawberry Sociable will be held from 2-4 p.m. June 11th at the Eklund History and Garden Center, 377 Park Ave.  [more…]
Posted May 25, 2006 in Events, Press Releases
Looking for Your Roots: An evening of genealogy set for Eklund History Center
Genealogy scholar Ruth Lucchesi will be at the Glencoe Historical Society’s Eklund History Center from 7:30–9:00 p.m. Thursday, April 27 to talk about resources for finding your ancestral roots.  [more…]
Posted Apr 20, 2006 in Events, Press Releases
Bring Your Genealogy Questions & Examples to Meeting at Eklund Center
Ruth Lucchesi will discuss techniques for documenting your family tree in a lecture sponsored by the Glencoe Historical Society at the Eklund History Center on April 27th at 7:00 p.m.  [more…]
Posted Mar 30, 2006 in Events, Press Releases, Research Center
Residents recall Glencoe School Days at Eklund Center exhibit opening
More than 45 people gathered on March 12th to “ooh” and “aah” over the newly opened Glencoe School Days exhibit  [more…]
Posted Mar 23, 2006 in Events, Press Releases
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
Research Center Now Open on Wednesdays
The Society‘s Research Center is now open on Wednesdays to help your find out what you want to know about Glencoe history.  [more…]
Posted Jan 25, 2006 in Press Releases, Research Center
Holiday Books for Sale at Historical Society; Research Center Reopens
Society opens on December 17 to sell books for holiday presents. After extensive renovations, Research Center will open January 5.  [more…]
Posted Dec 15, 2005 in Press Releases
Scouts Paint Museum and Research Center
New Trier High School Junior Andrew Gern organized a Boy Scout Painting Project to benefit the Glencoe Historical Society Nov 19-20.  [more…]
Posted Nov 21, 2005 in Press Releases
Garden Gets 1,200 Bulbs for Spring and Two Plaques
Mariani Landscape planted 1,200 bulbs in a new spring garden. New plaques honoring John Mariani and Barbara Markus Hazelkorn were installed elsewhere in the Eklund garden.   [more…]
Posted Nov 3, 2005 in Garden, Press Releases
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
Donations/Volunteers Benefit the Eklund Garden
The Village Gardeners, Mariani Landscape, Beinlich’s Tree Care, and many others donate their products and services in tending the Eklund garden.  [more…]
Posted Aug 18, 2005 in Garden, Press Releases
Spend Lazy, Hazy Summer Days with a Walk in the Garden
Summer days are the perfect time to visit the Eklund garden.  [more…]
Posted Jul 21, 2005 in Garden, Press Releases
Eklund Garden Blooms
Mariani Landscape plants trees, shrubs and perennials in the front of the garden to complete Phase II of the Eklund garden renovation.  [more…]
Posted Jul 15, 2005 in Garden, Press Releases
Society Donors Recognized at Strawberry Sociable
The Glencoe Historical Society recognized those who purchased memorial bricks as well as Miriam Hoover who made a contribution to Phase II of the Garden Renovation.   [more…]
Posted Jun 12, 2005 in Events, Garden, Press Releases
Eklund Garden Renovation Continues with Phase II
Phase II of the Garden Renovation Project is scheduled to be completed in July.   [more…]
Posted Jun 9, 2005 in Garden, Press Releases
Strawberry Sociable To Honor Eight In Commemorative Path, H. Earl Hoover With Garden Plaque
Join the party on Sunday on Jun 12th, 2–4 p.m., when the Society honors contributors to the Commemorative Path and Garden.  [more…]
Posted Jun 2, 2005 in Events, Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Historical Society To Host Annual Strawberry Sociable
Celebrate June at the Society’s party.  [more…]
Posted May 26, 2005 in Events, Press Releases
Family and Friends Gather to Honor Eklund’s Memory
Family and Friends share memories of Sara C. “Sally” Eklund at a memorial service for her held at the Eklund History Center.  [more…]
Posted May 21, 2005 in 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
Sign Points to GHS
Glencoe installed sign at corner of Vernon and Park that points to GHS.  [more…]
Posted Mar 22, 2005 in Garden, Press Releases
Last Call for Bricks; Remember The Past, Build For The Future
Honor family and friends by ordering an engraved brick for the Commemorative Pathway at the Glencoe Historical Society.  [more…]
Posted Mar 10, 2005 in Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Bus Tour of Sheridan Road Sun April 17
Glencoe Historical Society is co-sponsoring Sunday pleasure drive along scenic Sheridan Road on April 17, 2005 from 1:00 to 4:30 PM.  [more…]
Posted Mar 8, 2005 in Events, 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
Victorian Bride and Our Family Exhibits Open February 13
Victorian Bride features an 1894 wedding dress together with Victorian accessories (such as flower bouquets and a wedding cake with staggered levels) and furniture. Also featured is the Our Family exhibit. The first of what will be rotating examples of pictures, artifacts and stories about Glencoe families features the Kurschners, who lived in the Village from the late 1880s until the 1960s.  [more…]
Posted Jan 26, 2005 in Events, 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
Obituary for Sara C. “Sally” Eklund
Sally Eklund’s long life had deep ties to Glencoe.  [more…]
Posted Oct 6, 2004 in Press Releases
Enjoy the Eklund Garden as Leaves Turn
The public is invited to walk thorugh the Eklund Garden any time to enjoy the changing colors and recent renovation.  [more…]
Posted Oct 6, 2004 in Garden, Press Releases
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
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
Society Thanks Friends for Help with Garden
Glencoe Historical Society thanks its friends for their support as Phase One of the Garden Renovation Project was completed on August 24, 2004. Using $25,000 raised mainly from small contribution the Society was able to clear debris, install a pathway, amend the soil, and plant understory trees and shrubs. Additional funds will be needed to complete the Project with additional plantings and other features.  [more…]
Museum Opening and Annual Dinner Scheduled
The Glencoe Historical Society museum resumes regular hours in September and the Society scheduled an Opening Night and Annual Dinner for September 17 and November 8, respectively.  [more…]
Posted Aug 20, 2004 in Events, Press Releases
Garden Renovation Project Begins Thursday, August 19th
The Glencoe Historical Society’s museum is still closed for summer maintenance but the first phase of our renovation of the Eklund Garden begins on Thursday, August 19, 2004.  [more…]
Posted Aug 19, 2004 in Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Eklund marks 97th birthday
Sara C. “Sally” Eklund who donated her family’s workshop and garden to the Glencoe Historical Society in 2000, celebrated her 97th birthday with chocolate cake and chocolate ice cream  [more…]
Posted May 26, 2004 in Events, Press Releases
Second Graders to Visit Downtown Glencoe, Historical Society
Second graders from South School will be exploring the old and new in Glencoe’s business district the week of June 1 in a week-long program on Our Community: Then and Now.  [more…]
Posted May 20, 2004 in Events, Press Releases
Ingrid Rosenfeld’s Passing Is Loss to Eklund Garden
Glencoe Historical Society board acknowledges contributions by Ingrid Rosenfeld in renovating the Eklund Garden.  [more…]
Posted May 20, 2004 in Letter to the Editor, Press Releases
Glencoe Historical Society Hosts Second Annual Strawberry Sociable on June 13
The Second Annual Strawberry Sociable at the Eklund Center and Garden will be held June 13, from 2–4 p.m.  [more…]
Posted May 19, 2004 in Events, Press Releases
Glencoe Historical Society Launches Website at www.GlencoeHistoricalSociety.org
The Glencoe Historical Society’s website (www.GlencoeHistoricalSociety.org) contains the Society’s newsletters, press releases as well as articles on exhibits, information on Glencoe’s history as well as links to other sites covering local history.  [more…]
Posted May 5, 2004 in Press Releases, Website
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
“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
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
Glencoe Historical Society seeks Eklund Garden help
The Glencoe Historical Society launched a year-long campaign to raise $150,000 for rejuvenating the Eklund Garden at 377 Park Avenue.  [more…]
Posted Dec 4, 2003 in Fundraising, Garden, 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
Historical Society Launches Campaign for Historic Eklund Garden
The Society is hoping to raise the $150,000 necessary to restore the salvageable elements of the Eklund Garden to their original beauty, enhance these elements to make the Garden have four season appeal, make the Garden accessible to all in the Village, and to do so without changing the Garden’s early 1900s character.   [more…]
Posted Nov 1, 2003 in Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Eklund Garden, an oasis in the heart of downtown Glencoe, continues to bloom
Garden chairman Vivian Zahniser will be serving iced tea free of charge, weather permitting, from 10 to 11 a.m. and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15th and July 29th. Zahniser will answer questions about the garden—and also seeks volunteers to help maintain it.  [more…]
Posted Jul 10, 2003 in Garden, 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
Glencoe, Illinois Great Gift for Holiday Season
Glencoe, Illinois, a picture history of the village from its beginnings to the 1970s, makes a great holiday gift.  [more…]
Posted Dec 3, 2002 in Fundraising, Press Releases
Historical Society Sets Annual Dinner on November 18
Authors of Images of America: Glencoe, Illinois will discuss their book and present a slide show at the Glencoe Historical Society annual dinner scheduled for November 18.  [more…]
Posted Oct 31, 2002 in Events, Press Releases
Glencoe Historical Society Hosts Tour of Daggitt/Grace Cemetery on Sunday, September 8
The Society will provide guide visitors through the gravestones and discuss Glencoe life in the 1850s to the turn of the last century.  [more…]
Posted Aug 29, 2002 in Events, Press Releases
Sunday’s the Time for a Bike Ride through History
Bike ride through Glencoe’s historic sites set for Sunday, May 19.  [more…]
Posted May 1, 2002 in Events, 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
Historical Society Hosts American Girl Doll Party on March 17
Join Samantha, Kit, Kirsten, Molly and the rest for a short history of how girls lived in Glencoe during different eras—and lots of crafts, games and a tea party.  [more…]
Posted Mar 12, 2002 in Events, 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
Engraved bricks for sale to honor Glencoe families.
The Glencoe Historical Society is selling vintage Park Avenue brick, circa 1915, for inclusion in the Eklund History Center and Garden Commemorative Pathway. The path will run from the entrance of the garden on Park Avenue to the Eklund History Center at 377 Park Avenue at the back of the garden. Bricks will be personalized with a single name or the name of a family.  [more…]
Posted Dec 6, 2001 in Fundraising, Garden, Press Releases
Fund-raising hits first target; construction set to start at Eklund Center
With more than $58,000 raised to date, the Glencoe Historical Society has scheduled construction to begin in April on the workshop at 377 Park Avenue to transform the building into a museum and history center.  [more…]
Posted Mar 18, 2001 in Fundraising, Press Releases