Winnetka Historical Society: society events

Schmidt-Burnham Log House

Come visit our c1830s log house! This unique house allows visitors to explore life as a pioneer in the 1850s. The original portion of the house remains nearly the same as when it was built in 1837. The 1917 addition showcases the Burnham family’s creativity and artistic abilities.

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=275 · Jul 27, 15:54

Palette of Our Past: Artists in Winnetka

Visit our exhibit featuring Winnetka artists soon! It’s due to close in the fall……
Palette of Our Past: Artists in Winnetka features works by several Winnetka artists including Adam Emory Albright, Ivan Albright, Anita Willets Burnham, Carol-Lou Burnham, Charles Haag, Nancy Hahn, Herman Menzel, Herman Peterson, Fairfield Porter. Peruse their artwork and learn what motivated them as artists. Find out how each one has a connection to Winnetka.

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=253 · Jul 27, 13:14

Winnetka Story documentary now available

Winnetka native John Newcombe, a Los Angeles-based writer and filmmaker, has created a documentary highlighting the rich stories of the history of Winnetka and the North Shore.
The DVD is available for purchase at the Historical Society headquarters at 411 Linden St., and at select retail locations around Winnetka. The cost of the DVD is $19.95 plus tax. Call us at (847) 446-0001 for more information.

Click here to view the documentary website and to order online.

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=254 · Jul 27, 13:14

Meet local author Beverly Patt

The Winnetka Historical Society and The Book Stall team up to present a reading and presentation with author Beverly Patt, author of Best Friends Forever: A World War II Scrapbook. Joining Mrs. Patt will be JoAnn King, who has direct life experience with the Internment camps.

This event is free and open to the public.
Saturday, July 24th at 2:00 p.m. at the Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=274 · Jul 20, 16:50

Party on the Prairie

Last year’s event was such a tremendous success that we are holding our second annual Party on the Prairie outside the Society’s Schmidt-Burnham Log House at Crow Island Woods on Saturday, June 19 beginning at 6:00pm.
If you would like an invitation please contact us at (847) 446 0001 or winnetka411@comcast.net.

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=266 · Jun 3, 07:36

What You Don't Know About the Community House

Join us for our Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 9th at 7:00 pm in the Garden Room at the Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Avenue.

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=267 · Jun 3, 07:35

Leslie Hindman Auctioneers Appraisal Event

Bring your treasures to this exciting appraisal event!
Specialists from renowned Chicago auction house Leslie Hindman Auctioneers will provide a verbal appraisal of your item(s).

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=265 · Mar 16, 13:52

Topping Winnetka Lecture and Tea

Join us at 411 Linden St. on Sunday, March 14th at 2:00pm for an afternoon tea and lecture by Costume Curator, Ellie Carlson. Enjoy perusing our exhibit of fifteen decades of ladies hats.
RSVP by calling the museum at (847) 446 0001 or emailing us at winnetka411@comcast.net.

http://www.winnetkahistory.org/index.php?id=264 · Mar 9, 14:18

Frank Lloyd Wright: His Work and His Life

Join us for our annual luncheon featuring a fascinating talk on Frank Lloyd Wright. Our speaker, Doug Deuchler, will delve into the life and work of this prolific architect.
Mr. Deuchler is an author, educator, theater critic, stand-up comedian and a docent at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio.