Relive our past programs, presentations, and community gatherings through our historical archive.
Onward to Chicago
March 7, 2026
Sunday February 15: Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad RHS is pleased to welcome the return of Dr. Larry McClellan, emeritus professor of sociology and community studies at Governors State University, President of the Midwest Underground Railroad Project returns for this program at RHS Sunday, February 15, at 4pm. He will be presenting new information…
Discover the History of your Chicago House PAST
March 4, 2026
Thursday, February 12, at 7:00 p.m. Discover the History of your Chicago House – Tim Blackburn, Researcher Ridge Historical Society is repeating this very popular event as we begin to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Ridge Historic District. You will learn how to research the history of your Chicago home, including the architecture, construction,…
Special tasting fundraising event with Wild Blossom Meadery and Winery, featuring mead, wine, and charcuterie
October 16, 2025
SUNDAY, NOV. 2, 2025 – 4PM A Special Tasting Fundraising Event Join us in November at RHS for an enchanting late afternoon in the historic…
Final day to visit the “Harry Hale Waterman: Unique in every Style” exhibit at RHS
September 28, 2025
Today is the final day to experience "Harry Hale Waterman: Unique in every Style" at the Ridge Historical Society. Come see this fascinating exhibit before…
Notice that an upcoming historical society event has been rescheduled for later in the fall
September 18, 2025
NOTICE: This event will be rescheduled for later this fall
BAPA and RHS invite to a vital discussion about protecting the community’s architectural heritage
August 11, 2025
Join us Tue. Aug 19 at Ridge Park Fieldhouse – 9625 S. Longwood Dr. for a vital conversation about protecting our community's architectural heritage! 🏛️…
Students present their entries for the 2025 National History competition on ‘Rights & Responsibilities’ at RHS
May 30, 2025
Student Entries for the 2025 National History competition “Rights & Responsibilities” Please join us to see what local students researched for this national competition. Ridge…
An event promoting a presentation on Chicago’s brick architecture history, covering trends, technology, and local examples
April 24, 2025
Friday, May 2, at 7:00p.m. A Brief & Exciting History of Brick Architecture in Chicago Brick is an ever-changing material that has defined Chicago and…
An announcement for the Ridge Historical Society’s annual Spring Bonnet Tea fundraiser, featuring a Victorian tea experience
April 10, 2025
Spring Bonnet Tea 2025 Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2pm RHS is happy to continue to hold this popular spring annual fundraiser event. Join us…
An event featuring Benjamin Cox discussing programs and the Engagement Corps for Cook County Forest Preserves
March 28, 2025
Cook County Forest Preserves & Friends of The Forest Preserves Friday, April 4, at 7:00 p.m. – Benjamin Cox, Presenter It’s spring (finally) and time…
An event featuring historian Ellie Carlson on the women’s suffrage movement, its influences, and campaign strategies
March 19, 2025
Women’s History Hindsight: The Struggle for Suffrage Sunday, March 23, at 4:00 p.m. – Ellie Carlson, Presenter For Women's History Month, RHS is featuring a…
An event discussing a sex scandal, the 1893 World’s Fair’s influence on Beverly, and Waterman-designed houses, complementing an exhibit
March 5, 2025
How did a sex scandal connected to Beverly almost derail one of Chicago's most prominent families in the early 1900s? What is the lasting effect…