Des Plaines History Center

NEW! Des Plaines, Then and Now
This slide presentation features photographs of Des Plaines as it was at various times in the past and as it is today. Photographs focus on the downtown area.

Hiking Through History
Enjoy a guided walking tour of the downtown Des Plaines area. Various length tours are available. Program begins at the History Center.

Tea Time
This presentation examines the history of tea and tea traditions. Learn about different types of tea, how tea is prepared, and see samples of a variety of teas. Tea accoutrements including tea pots and cups will be on display during the presentation.

Researching Your Family in Des Plaines
An introduction to specific records, dating back to the 1830's, available in the History Center's archives to research family history.

Researching Your Home and Property
Find out about records and documents relating to the history of your house-what they are, who created them, and where to find them. Emphasis on History Center materials.

Churches in Des Plaines
A slide presentation and lecture detailing the history of churches and religion in Des Plaines.

Cemetery Symbolism
Discover the meaning of the art on grave markers in Chicagoland and area cemeteries at this lecture and slide presentation.

Women and WWII
Women played a significant role in the success of World War II. Explore those roles from "Rosie the Riveter" to Red Cross Volunteer through stories and artifacts.

19^th Century Mourning Customs
Learn about mourning, funeral, and burial practices of the nineteenth century at this slide presentation and lecture.

Workshops:

Family Heirloom Textiles
This hands-on lecture and demonstration takes you through the steps of properly folding, padding and packing your heirloom textiles. Handouts and samples are included in the fee. Bring a treasured item with you.

Preserving Family Photographs
Learn to care for photos with techniques and materials used by museums, libraries, and archives. Sample storage materials and resource lists are provided. Bring your photos in need of preservation.

Scheduling
For more information or to schedule a program please contact the History Center at 847-391-5399 or email. Scheduling must be done at least two weeks in advance.

Fees: Presentations
Des Plaines Organization: $50.00
Out of Des Plaines: $75.00

Fees: Workshops
Des Plaines Organization: $100.00
Out of Des Plaines: $150.00

Payable to the Des Plaines Historical Society