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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
Step back to the early 1920s in Lombard for an evening of mystery, intrigue, and a dash of comedy.
Come dressed in your garden party best and wear an incredible hat and enjoy a delightful afternoon garden party. Enjoy summery refreshments, Victorian inspired games and crafts ages 12 and up.
Join the Lombard Historical Society as we present a free screening of SECRETS OF HIDDEN LAKE the latest documentary from Tim Frakes Productions, INC on July 18th at 8:00 pm at the Bill Mueller Gazebo at 23 W Maple Street
Bring a chair or blanket to watch and discover the Secrets of Hidden Lake!
Planning your dream wedding? Join us for the first-ever Lombard Historical Society Wedding Expo ! Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities at our unique venues, ideal for both ceremonies and receptions.
Book your tour today! Explore the rich history and horticultural wonders of Lilacia Park. Discover the unique features that make this park truly exceptional.
Join us for the LHS Annual Meeting
Join us for historical theatrical experience stepping back into the Victorian Era. WomanLore's one-woman performances are adapted directly from journals, autobiographies, and personal writings. WomanLore offers a complete theatrical experience, authentically costumed and designed, accurately evoking the era being portrayed.
Celebrate a fantastic 2024 with the Lombard Historical Society VIP Party
Enter to Win Tickets to Annie the Musical Tickets!
Christmas Mart on West Maple Street
Tour the Historic Lombard Cemetery located on Main Street during the day! Learn about the history of Lombard and the people who once lived here. This tour will also identify features of a Victorian cemetery that have fallen out of fashion.
Join us for an evening tour of the Victorian Cottage and learn about the mourning traditions of the time.
Join the Lombard Historical Society, the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission, and members of the Village Board of Trustees, along with Rita’s friends and family, as we honor her lasting contributions to Lombard’s history.
We invite you to stop by Village Hall at 255 East Wilson from 5:00 PM-6:00 PM, to say hello, and be a part of this special celebration for Rita. The official proclamation declaring October 17 as ‘Rita Schneider Day’ will be read at 5:30 p.m. RVSP not required.
Lombard Park District in partnership with the Lombard Historical Society invites you to an evening at the oldest cemetery in Lombard. Attendees will be guided on a candlelit tour through the cemetery where they will meet past residents of Lombard that lived here over a hundred years ago.
Join us for our annual Babcock’s Grove Cemetery Clean-Up!
A great activity for the whole family…
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience and explore the homes and the neighborhood of Harold Gray the creator of Little Orphan Annie.
Join us for the l Building Love Amongst Cultures (BLAC) Multicultural Art Fair of Lombard presented with Lombard Historical Society featuring local artists, along with events and exhibitions at the Sheldon Peck Homestead Museum
Join us for a special preview before the exhibition opens to the public! Experience an exclusive preview of our new exhibition, "Leapin Lizards! A Hundred Years of Little Orphan Annie," a captivating exhibition that celebrates the creation of Little Orphan Annie and her creator, Harold Gray. Click to learn more.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nostalgia and enchantment as we welcome Aileen Quinn. Meet and mingle with Aileen before enjoying her presentation, where she will discuss her career and her role as Little Orphan Annie in the beloved 1982 film adaptation
Join us for rejuvenating yoga sessions at the Lombard Historical Society, led by the experienced and knowledgeable Dr. Doris from Jade Orchid Wellness.
Join us for rejuvenating yoga sessions at the Lombard Historical Society, led by the experienced and knowledgeable Dr. Doris from Jade Orchid Wellness.
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Jingle Bell Jubilee
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Christmas Mart on West Maple Street
Columbian Exposition and the murder of H. H. Holmes
Tour the Historic Lombard Cemetery located on Main Street during the day! Learn about the history of Lombard and the people who once lived here. This tour will also identify features of a Victorian cemetery that have fallen out of fashion.
Lombard Park District in partnership with the Lombard Historical Society invites you to an evening at the oldest cemetery in Lombard. Attendees will be guided on a candlelit tour through the cemetery where they will meet past residents of Lombard that lived here over a hundred years ago.
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