Programs & Events

Our robust and eclectic roster of programs and events brings people of all ages and walks of life into the History Center to experience a local, national and world view of why history matters.

There's something for everyone; from our annual Trivia Night and genealogy series to expert panel discussions, stories shared by local historians, family programs, music, walking tours and more! 

Check out our upcoming programs and events below and join us.

J.V. Farwell: Lake Forest Founding Father & The Original "Merchant Prince"

Farwell
- 7:00 PM
History Center Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
Free—Suggested donation of $10.00
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Read Between the Ravines: An Evening with Dawn Turner

Turner
- 6:30 PM
History Center Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
Free
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LFLB Nonprofit Board Leadership Event

LFLB
- 5:00 PM
Gorton Center | 400 East Illinois Rd, Lake Forest
Free—Registration is requested
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10:00 AM | Crab Tree Farm Walking Tour

CTF 2025 10:00 AM
- 10:00 AM
975 Sheridan Road, Lake Bluff
$25 per member, $35 per non-member
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1:00 PM | Crab Tree Farm Walking Tour

CTF 2025 1:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
975 Sheridan Road, Lake Bluff
$25 per member, $35 per non-member
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An Evening Bistro Experience with Zelda Fitzgerald

Rymarz
- 6:00 PM
History Center Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
$40 per member, $50 per non-member
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J.V. Farwell 200th Birthday Cocktail Party

Farwell
- 5:00 PM
History Center Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
$100 per attendee
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A Gatsby Affair: Cocktail Party at the King House

Fitzgerald
- 5:00-7:00 PM
The King House, Lake Forest
$100 per attendee
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An Evening with Sash Bischoff: "Sweet Fury" and F. Scott Fitzgerald

Bischoff
- 7:00 PM
History Center Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
Free—Suggested donation of $10.00
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Programs & Events

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Walking & biking tours are sponsored by the generous support of


 

Virtual programming is made possible by the generous support of

Madeleine B. Dugan & Mark Saran

 

If you are interested in viewing our past programs, recordings can be found on our YouTube channel HERE.

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