The African immigrant and refugee community in Chicago is a small but vibrant community, and many of Chicago's African newcomers live in Rogers Park and West Ridge. Join Fr. Paul Kalenzi, a Jesuit priest born in Uganda, raised in Kenya and currently serving as Director of Development for the Hekima University Project in Chicago as […]
On May 25, 1979, American Airlines Flight 191 tragically crashed near O'Hare Airport in what remains the deadliest aviation accident to have occurred in the United States. Three siblings from a West Ridge family lost their parents. Kim Jockl, Melody Smith, and Jim Borchers tell the story of losing their parents in their book Safe […]
Explore the oldest Catholic cemetery established by the Archdiocese of Chicago Visit the graves of the founders of Rogers Park and other distinguished residents who have shaped the community we live in today. Calvary is the oldest cemetery for Catholics established by the Archdiocese of Chicago and is the final resting place of many prominent […]
Several years ago, Donald and Tanya Smith finally looked into some old filing cabinets they inherited when they took over their family surveying business and discovered a treasure trove of history. They were excited to find that the long-ignored cabinets contained surveying records and maps that went back to the first surveys of our region, […]
Join us on Sunday, June 9th and Saturday, June 15th as we learn about the history of the stretch of Clark Street in Rogers Park. Both days will consist of a free history presentation followed by a walking tour that requires advance registration. Registration is separate for the two walking tours, but you may register […]
Explore creative responses to climate change, focused on new environmental initiatives for EARTH, AIR, WATER AND FIRE. Part 1: Earth . . .
Whether you are a long-time fan of Indian cuisine or a newcomer to the many regional dishes of the sub-continent, you can enjoy delicious meals in the company of others who share your love of adventurous eating. Join our culinary tour of India co-sponsored by the Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society and the Culinary Historians of Chicago.
Join Jerry DiMuzio as he reflects on over 50 years as a musician in the Chicago music scene and on the road touring, playing clarinet, sax, and flute. He has played with some of the best, including Frank Sinatra, Doc Severinsen, the Original Glenn Miller Orchestra and "subbed" with the Woody Herman and Ray Charles […]
In its early beginnings, the Rogers Park West Ridge Historical Society would host picnics some of which occurred at Saint Scholastica Monastery. In the spirit of those early days of the Society, join us for a Presentation and Potluck Picnic in the Garden, near the Gazebo at the Saint Scholastica Monastery. Sr. Virginia Jung, OSB, […]
The northern-most street on the border of Chicago and Evanston is a hidden-away corner of Rogers Park. Lined with mature trees and large backyard gardens, the long block of Juneway Terrace west of busy Sheridan Road offers a tranquil outdoor setting. Our 2024 HouseWalk features eight homes and an additional garden that highlight that street's historic past and promising future. Homeowner guides will show their homes and share their efforts to make this street a beautiful refuge for life in the 21st Century.