Hours & Admission
- Regular Hours: Tuesdays and Sundays, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
- Admission: Exhibits are free. Only the main public/exhibit areas on the first floor are open to the public.
- Docents are on hand to help interpret and answer questions about our current exhibits and RHS.
- Appointments to view the exhibit outside of regular hours are welcome. Groups of more than 10 require an appointment.
Location & Parking
- The Ridge Historical Society is located at 10621 South Seeley Avenue. The building is set back from Seeley Avenue down a long driveway.
- Limited parking is available in the parking area by the building.
- Street parking is available on the west side of Seeley (please note: posted signs indicate no parking is allowed on the east side).
- Event Parking: During RHS events, parking in the spaces near the building should be reserved for those with accessibility needs.
Events & Merchandise
- Events: RHS events are ticketed, or RSVPs are recommended. Please check our event calendar for details.
- Shop: A limited number of books, publications, and other items are available for sale during your visit. We accept cash or Paypal.
Research Appointments
Research at the Ridge Historical Society is by appointment only. Researchers are required to submit details about their research scope ahead of time. Your specific research scope and the exact folders you wish to view must be documented and reviewed by the RHS Collections Committee prior to scheduling your appointment.
A Note on the Graver-Driscoll House
The Graver-Driscoll House is the proud headquarters of the Ridge Historical Society, which is operated as a traditional museum, not a house museum. Many of the original interior architectural details were unfortunately lost to a fire in the early 1960s. Still, visiting the RHS offers a wonderful glimpse into the scale and feel of life on the crest of the Blue Island Ridge overlooking historic Longwood Drive.