Relive our past programs, presentations, and community gatherings through our historical archive.
Announcement for an RHS program, “From This Small Beginning Chicago’s Great Railroad Empire Was Born.”
October 28, 2019
Mark your calendars for the next event – "From This Small Beginning Chicago’s Great Railroad Empire Was Born" The railroads have played an important role…
Recap of the “Folklore and Phantoms” event at Givins Beverly Castle, featuring ghost stories and readings
October 26, 2019
Thanks to everyone who came last night to this event. We had a good time exploring urban myth vs. what people really said they experienced…
Announces “Folklore and Phantoms” event is overbooked, advises no more walk-ins, and promises repetition next year
October 25, 2019
Folks, we are more than overbooked for tonight. If you did not make a reservation, chances are slim to zero there will be any extra…
RHS announces two new events, including a program on Chicago railroad history on November 15
October 25, 2019
RHS is posting two new events/programs – be sure to add them to your calendar. The first is this one on the history of the…
Announces “Folklore and Phantoms” event is sold out, thanking the public for their enthusiastic response
October 22, 2019
SOLD OUT! The reservation list is full for the "Folklore and Phantoms" event on Friday night. Thanks for your response – this will be loads…
RHS successfully concludes its second Open House Chicago participation, thanking volunteers and promoting membership
October 21, 2019
A second successful year for the Ridge Historical Society (RHS) as part of Open House Chicago this week-end just wrapped up. A big thank you…
RHS welcomes visitors to Open House Chicago Day 2, highlighting the “Threads of Imagination” exhibit
October 20, 2019
Yesterday was Day 1 of Open House Chicago and we had a great time with visitors from all around the city and suburbs. RHS is…
Invitation to “Folklore and Phantoms” event at Givins Beverly Castle, discussing local paranormal experiences
October 18, 2019
Is the Castle really haunted? What are the actual experiences people have had there? What other local places have reported paranormal happenings? Do you have…
Showcases the “Threads of Imagination” exhibit team and thanks attendees for the grand opening
October 17, 2019
The "Threads of Imagination" exhibit team. Standing from left to right: Artist Judie Anderson, RHS Historian and exhibit designer Linda Lamberty, Artist Nicole Burns, Artist…
RHS announces participation in Open House Chicago, highlighting other local historic sites and coloring books
October 15, 2019
This coming week-end is Open House Chicago, October 19 and 20, where interesting locations around the city open their doors to the public for special…
Reminder for “Folklore and Phantoms” paranormal event at Givins Beverly Castle, supporting restoration efforts
October 14, 2019
Just to remind folks we have this event coming up next week and we still have openings for reservations. "Folklore and Phantoms" will look at…