La Grange Area Historical Society

La Grange Area Historical Society is located in La Grange, United States on 444 South La Grange Road. La Grange Area Historical Society is rated 4.6 out of 5 in the category historical society in United States. Home - La Grange Area Historical Society Skip to content Search for: Home News Archives History Map of Historic Places Early History of La Grange Early History of La Grange Park La Grange Centennial Recordings Programs & Events Event Calendar My Bookings Events By Categories Events by Locations Join & Give Membership Volunteer Opportunities About Us Business Members Contact Us La Grange Area Historical Society Founded 1972 La Grange Area Historical Society La Grange Area Historical Society Preserving the History of La Grange & La Grange Park The Latest News History is being made. Help record the story of the La Grange Area.   The La Grange Area Historical Society is documenting how life in our community has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Collecting information about the personal experiences of individuals and families will preserve the story of this unusual and unexpected time in the community’s history.   Residents of all ages from La Grange and La Grange Park are invited to participate and share their experiences in the following ways: Record information in the response form provided using this link: La Grange Area Community COVID-19 Response Form (This form is also available as a printable document by clicking here.) Additional digital submissions such as photos, drawings, videos, etc. can be made via e-mail to  *protected email* . Physical item such as photos, drawings, or journal entries can also be placed in the secure drop box at the back door of the Historical Society at 444 S. La Grange Rd.    Save physical artifacts such as face masks, posters, window signs which can be collected in the future when it is safe to do so.   Help capture this event as it unfolds. History is being made, and our community has a story to tell. All submissions will be compiled and saved in the archives of the Historical Society for future research and educational use.    Try our new self-guided walking tours! Explore the Historic District of La Grange! Click on a tour below to download or print the guide: Walking Tour #1 Walking Tour #3 Walking Tour #4 Walking Tour #5 Walking Tour #6 Walking Tour #7 Tours can also be viewed on PocketsSights, a free app you can download to your device! Check back for more – there will be seven tours available soon! View our current newsletter here. Celebration PicNic for the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment August 4th, 2020|Comments Off on Celebration PicNic for the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment Join us on Saturday August 22nd from 11:00 - 2:00 to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, hosted by the Historical Society and the League of Women Voters. Bring-your-own picnic From Parlor to Politics: Women’s Fight for the Right to Vote August 4th, 2020|Comments Off on From Parlor to Politics: Women’s Fight for the Right to Vote Join us for this virtual event on August 27th at 7:00 pm. Learn the astonishing history of the vision, courage, and tenacity demonstrated to win the 72 year battle for women’s political, social, and legal Remarkable Women of the La Grange Area: A Century of Fashion, Passion, and Progress April 9th, 2020|Comments Off on Remarkable Women of the La Grange Area: A Century of Fashion, Passion, and Progress Exhibit Grand Opening - UPDATE! We will now be open to the public with limited capacity beginning on July 8th from 9:30 - 12:00.   Hours will be: Saturdays from 11:00 - 2:00 through August La Grange Area Historical Society Vial House Museum and Archive 444 South LaGrange Road La Grange, IL  60525 E-Mail: Contact Us by e-mail for a quick response. Phone:  708-482-4248  Museum Hours Wednesdays   9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Last Sunday of each month   1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.  By appointment outside these hours. Membership Membership is open to anyone who wishes to preserve the heritage and historical record of the La Grange Area. Learn More & Join Copyright 2015 La Grange Area Historical Society | All Rights Reserved