Relive our past programs, presentations, and community gatherings through our historical archive.
General reminder to add an upcoming event to calendars
January 12, 2020
Be sure to get this event on your calendars!
Announces the closing reception for “Threads of Imagination” exhibit, featuring artist Sandra Leonard’s sculptural costumes
January 10, 2020
It’s been an incredible four months but they say all good things must come to an end. The closing reception for the “Threads of Imagination”…
Maggie O’Reilly presented “Fair Trade Threads” at RHS, showcasing The MAYTA Collection’s artisan goods and ethical practices
December 30, 2019
A wonderful presentation was given today at RHS by Maggie O'Reilly on "Fair Trade Threads." Maggie is the owner of The MAYTA Collection, which offers…
Reminder for “Fair Trade Threads” program by Maggie O’Reilly, showcasing MAYTA Collection and fair trade practices
December 27, 2019
REMINDER!! This is not your typical holiday program. While a good dose of "mindless merriment" is certainly welcomed this time of year, the Ridge Historical…
Highlights “Fair Trade Threads” event featuring Maggie O’Reilly and The MAYTA Collection’s ethical artisan goods
December 23, 2019
This is one of the most important events of the year – learning about "fair trade" through the efforts of one of our own community…
RHS announces four new calendar events, including “Threads of Imagination” exhibit programs and a holiday fundraiser
December 21, 2019
We just added four events to the RHS calendar. The exhibit "Threads of Imagination" will run through Friday, January 17. This exhibit explores the intersection…
RHS announces two upcoming programs: Maggie O’Reilly on fair trade and Sandra Leonard’s performance at exhibit closing
November 25, 2019
The Ridge Historical Society will be wrapping up the Threads of Imagination exhibit with two more great programs featuring our guest artists. Please see the…
A brief, intriguing post about organizing a successful program
November 18, 2019
How to do a successful program ….
Last-minute reminder to join an upcoming program and view the “Threads of Imagination” exhibit
November 17, 2019
Tomorrow!! Be sure to join us!! We have spaces open – just come on over – this will be a really great program, and a…
RHS hosts “Vintage Threads to Today” program with artists Judie Anderson and Nicole Burns for the “Threads of Imagination” exhibit
November 11, 2019
The Ridge Historical Society is hosting a special program this coming Sunday, November 17, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., as part of the current "Threads of…
RHS hosts “From This Small Beginning Chicago’s Great Railroad Empire Was Born” program on Chicago railroad history
November 11, 2019
On Friday, November 15, at 7:00 p.m., the Ridge Historical Society will host the program, "From This Small Beginning Chicago's Great Railroad Empire Was Born."…
Announces “Vintage Threads to Today” program featuring fashion artists Judie Anderson and Nicole Burns at RHS
October 31, 2019
OK, the new program for Sunday, November 17 has been finalized. "Vintage Threads to Today" will feature two of the artists in the current "Threads…