Feb
3
5:00 PM17:00
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Feb
21
1:30 PM13:30
Celebrating the Lunar New Year
Join LHS as Educator Yvonne Wolf will tell us about the rites, activities, symbols, and foods associated with it and how you can participate in your own home. Whether it is your first time celebrating this cross-cultural festival or part of your annual routine, ride with us as we saddle up for the Year of the Horse.
Feb
24
7:00 PM19:00
Love Stories From History --The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!
Join the Lombard Historical Society for an entertaining and revealing exploration of fascinating historical love stories — from epic romances to scandalous entanglements and everything in between!
Mar
3
5:00 PM17:00
History After Hours at the Carriage House
Each month LHS has evening hours for one of our sites! This month, visit the Carriage House from 5pm-7pm! See our exhibit Breaking the Mold to learn more about the people of and connected to Lombard who broke through societal barriers.
Mar
7
1:00 PM13:00
Hello Girls: Women Who Connected the Nation Lecture
Meet the Hello Girls, the highly skilled and independent women of the US Army Signal Corps who performed vital translating and communications logistics during World War I. Learn about the important role of the telephone and the important role that women played in connecting the nation and beyond.
Mar
12
7:00 PM19:00
Floral Bouquet Workshop with Esotarium Florals
Join LHS and Esotarium Florals & Decor to celebrate Women’s History month with a hands-on flower bouquet making workshop! Create bouquets inspired by the women of Lombard guided by the experts of Esotarium!
Mar
26
7:00 PM19:00
The Irish in Illinois
Join LHS in celebrating St. Patrick’s Day as we present NIU Professor Sean Farrell speaking on his book, The Irish in Illinois.
Today over a million people in Illinois claim Irish ancestry and celebrate their love for Ireland. Sean Farrell bring together both familiar and unheralded stories of the Irish in Illinois, highlighting the critical roles these immigrants and their descendants played in the settlement and the making of the Prairie State.
Apr
7
5:00 PM17:00
History After Hours: Victorian Cottage
Each month LHS has evening hours for one of our sites! This month, visit the Victorian Cottage at 23 W Maple Street from 5pm-7pm! See how people at the turn of century lived in Lombard with a docent led tour of the home!
Apr
15
7:00 PM19:00
Civil War Chicago: An Illustrated Presentation
From the well-known battlefields of the Civil War Chicago played a vital role in the war for the Union. This lecture explores Chicago’s role through the stories of the men and women, both black and white who made their mark on the most tumultuous time in American history.
Dec
24
to Jan 5
LHS Offices and Historic Sites Closed
The Lombard Historical Society Offices and Historic Sites will be closed December 24th through January 5th and will reopen January 6th to allow staff and volunteer time with family and friends.
Dec
21
to Dec 23
LHS Special Holiday Hours
The Lombard Historical Society will be open for special holiday hours December 21, 22, & 23. Tour the Victorian Cottage or shop for your last minute gift!
Dec
20
2:00 PM14:00
Christmas on the Radio
“Tis the season go gather round the radio and listen to tales of bygone eras. Join LHS and Radio Players West presenting: Christmas on the Radio!
Dec
20
12:00 PM12:00
Family-Friendly Holiday Crafting Drop-In
Create your own holiday wreath-themed greeting card craft, a perfect seasonal keepsake or gift, in a fun and kid-friendly afternoon of creativity and community!
Dec
20
11:00 AM11:00
Children's Victorian Christmas Tour
Help solve the caper of the missing Christmas Crackers! The residents are getting ready for their annual Christmas Party but the Christmas crackers have gone missing! Help find the crackers on this brand new tour designed for children ages 4-12.
Children will be able to explore the Cottage as never before in a tour designed specifically for them. Children will be able to make their own paper ornament, and help solve clues as to where the Christmas Crackers have been hidden and get to take their very own home!
The cost is $5 per child and adults are free. Adults are required to stay during the tour. Please note space is limited and all adults are required to reserve a space as well.
Dec
13
6:00 PM18:00
LHS VIP Holiday Party
This invitation-only event features elegant holiday music and refreshments, bubbly beverages and festive desserts, and calls for dressy casual attire. RSVP is required.
Dec
10
7:00 PM19:00
Victorian Virtual Tea Party
Join Rae Slowik and Kim White for a fun, free virtual program exploring how Victorians celebrated Christmas!
Dec
10
to Dec 23
Victorian Christmas Tours
Travel through time back to Victorian Christmas. See the Victorian dress in twinkling lights and learn about the traditions of the past- you may be surprised by which ones you recognize!
Dec
6
4:00 PM16:00
Jingle Bell Jubilee
Celebrate the Lighting of Lilacia Park!
Join the Lombard Historical Society from 4-8 pm during Jingle Bell Jubilee! Explore Gingerbread Way, a holiday market featuring glow items, candles, warm drinks, cotton candy, and more. Check out the Gingerbread House Contest entries and vote for your favorite. Enjoy face painting, and kids' crafts at the Carriage House. Take a tour of the Victorian Cottage, where costumed interpreters share the joys of Christmas past—free tickets are available at 4 pm at the Carriage House, with tours starting at 5:45 pm. Don’t miss the Canterbury Carolers caroling on the Cottage porch
Nov
26
to Nov 28
LHS Historic Sites and Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
The Lombard Historical Society Office and All Historic Site will be closed Wednesday November 26th through Friday November 28th to allow staff and volunteers time to celebrate the holidays. We will reopen Saturday November 29th.
Nov
22
1:00 PM13:00
Military Memorials in Lombard Cemetery
Join LHS staff on a brand new tour of Lombard Cemetery honoring those who served in the military who have found their final resting place in Lombard Cemetery.
Nov
16
10:00 AM10:00
Holiday Portraits in the Victorian Cottage
Step back in time and capture the spirit of the season inside the beautifully decorated Victorian Cottage. Create a new family tradition with a cozy holiday portrait perfect for cards, keepsakes, or framing.
Nov
15
2:00 PM14:00
History of American Pies… and Illinois is well represented!
Catherine Lambrecht, who achieved Grand Champion and Best of Show at the Lake County Fair for apple pie, will present the history of pies in America and our state.
Nov
6
7:00 PM19:00
From Garden to Glow: Herbal Salves and Lotions for Nourished Skin
Learn all about how to go about creating rich herbal salves, balms, and lotions to soothe and heal skin- all with natural ingredients that can be grown in your own backyard!
Nov
4
5:00 PM17:00
History After Hours - The Carriage House
We’re keeping the museum open until 7 PM for a special evening in the Carriage House!
Nov
4
to Dec 5
2025 Gingerbread House Contest!
Show off your creative skills by decorating your own gingerbread house! Then come visit the Carriage House during Jingle Bell Jubilee to vote for your favorite!
Nov
1
9:00 AM09:00
Lombard Christmas Mart
Get ready for the holidays at the Lombard Christmas Mart! Enjoy local crafts, festive shopping, and holiday fun—all for free!
Oct
25
1:00 PM13:00
Daylight with the Departed
Explore Lombard’s oldest cemetery on this guided walking tour. Learn about founding families, headstone symbols, and the origin of the phrase “dying to get in.”
Oct
24
7:00 PM19:00
Witches Night Out
Grab your broomstick and join us for a magical, women-only night out! Enjoy food, drinks, live music, henna, tarot readings, candle making, and more — all under one enchanted roof. Come dressed to impress for our costume contest and help support two great causes.
Oct
18
2:00 PM14:00
Abbott and Costello Meet Dracula Radio Play
Step back to the golden age of radio as Radio Players West brings a spooky classic to life on stage! Experience the thrills and chills of old-time radio with live sound effects and unforgettable voices in this free, family-friendly performance.
Oct
16
to Oct 17
The Art of Dying
Step into the shadows of the Victorian era during this immersive theatrical tour. Explore historic mourning customs, meet a real-life Lombard spiritualist, and uncover eerie tales of those who profited from grief. History meets the supernatural in this unique and haunting experience.
Oct
7
5:00 PM17:00
Oct
3
to Oct 4
Tales and Tombstones
Step into Lombard’s past like never before at our Candlelit Cemetery Tour! Wander through the historic Lombard Cemetery by lantern light and hear the real stories of the people who helped shape our village. It’s spooky and the perfect way to experience history after dark.
Sep
27
7:00 PM19:00
Mystery on Maple Street: An evening of intrigue that gives back...
Step back to the early 1920s in Lombard for an evening of mystery, intrigue, and a dash of comedy.
Sep
6
4:00 PM16:00
LHS's Fourth Annual Food Truck Social
Get ready, Lombard! The 4th Annual Food Truck Social is happening Friday, Sept 6 from 4–9 PM at 23 W. Maple St! We’ve got 8 food trucks, a beer garden, live music, face painting, bubbles, and 2 awesome raffles! Bring a chair, bring your friends, and don’t miss the tastiest night of the year!
Sep
2
5:00 PM17:00
Aug
30
12:00 PM12:00
Lombard Cemetery Picnic
Did you know a popular Victorian Past time was to take a picnic into the cemetery and spend an afternoon eating lunch? Join us in this historical past time on August 30th from Noon-2pm.
Aug
28
7:00 PM19:00
Powdered Perfection: Crafting Herbal Body Care with Dry Ingredients
Join Backyard Herb Patch in the second of our three-part self-care series all about using the garden for bath and body care.
Aug
23
11:00 AM11:00
Historic Downtown Walking Tour
From architectural gems to long-forgotten stories, this engaging tour will give you a whole new appreciation for the heart of downtown Lombard.
Aug
15
8:00 PM20:00
Lilacs & Legacy: Welcome Home to Lombard, Illinois a Lemon Town Film PREMIER
Join LHS and Lemon Town Films on August 15th at 8pm for the World Premier for the latest documentary from Lemon Town Films all about Lombard! In a town where purple lilacs whisper the past into the present, experience Lombard like never before—through a cinematic lens of legacy and home.
