WW 1 soldiers hiking in the ravine at Ft. Sheridan

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Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. Thank you for helping the History Center become the gold standard for experiencing local history in imaginative and unexpected ways.

With your help, the History Center can bring to life new aspects of local arts and culture. With three new exhibitions coming in 2026, we're honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States, then the 50th anniversary of the Lake Forest Preservation Foundation, and we wrap up this year with a celebration of Ragdale and the Shaw family home that has served hundreds of artists for the past century.

 Together, we'll continue to explore local history for many generations to come.

   

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Organization Information

The History Center is a 501(c)(3) organization, with tax ID# 23-7213177.