Tour Chicago’s Last Churchyard Cemetery
Discover the story of this grave when you tour St. Henry’s cemetery. St. Henry’s Cemetery is Chicago’s only surviving churchyard cemetery, the final resting place for many of the original […]
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Living History: The West Ridge Nature Park Archeological Survey
Did you know there is an archeological dig in at our very own West Ridge Nature Center? Not much is known about the indigenous peoples who occupied modern-day Chicago, and […]
Re-Living History with the MOD 4
Our trip back to the 1960’s was plagued by 21st Century technology problems, but despite the issues, a good time was had by all who were able to attend. If […]
2022 Annual Member Meeting
This year, we’re excited to host a performance from members of Mandala Arts at our annual meeting. Mandala Arts is an organization of classical and folk musicians, dancers, and storytellers commited to celebrating and sharing the rich cultural and artistic practices of the south Asian subcontinent. Their program will be proceeded by a short business meeting and election of directors.
Lang House Holiday Open House Rocked!
Our End-of-the-year, end-of-the-HouseWalk was a wonderful way to come back together. Click to read more..
Open House Chicago
We’re happy to be a Community Partner for the Chicago Architecture Center’s Open House Chicago. This free annual architecture fest offers behind-the-scenes, in-person site visits on October 16-17 to fascinating […]
The Virtual House Walk is Back
Covid-19 can’t stop a Rogers Park/West Ridge tradition! Register now for the 35th Annual House Walk On Zoom. The Virtual House Walk is back, with four new episodes. Each live […]
A Return to Historic Rosehill
Walking tours are back for the summer, beginning with the return of our popular walk through historic Rosehill Cemetery. Neighborhood Historian Glenna Eaves will once again lead a tour that […]
Walking Down Devon and Other Childhood Memories
The video recording of this Virtual Living History Program presented by David Patt will be posted here soon.
Walking Devon and Other Stories: Living History with David Patt
Take a break from the pressures of current events and enjoy a look back at the simplicity of childhood. Long-time West Ridge resident David Patt will share stories from his […]