Relive our past programs, presentations, and community gatherings through our historical archive.
A program repeating a popular presentation on architect Harry Hale Waterman’s influences from the 1893 Columbian Exposition and early clients
February 17, 2025
Waterman: From the White City to the Ridge Friday, March 7, at 7:00 p.m. Repeating our popular presentation: Architect Harry Hale Waterman, who is the…
Announces a sold-out presentation on Harry Hale Waterman’s buildings and promises a new Facebook series on the topic
December 8, 2024
SOLD OUT!! We are completely booked for tomorrow's presentation – Sunday, December 8. We have so much great new info to share with everyone on…
An event on architect Harry Hale Waterman, his Columbian Exposition influences, architectural photography, and early clients on the Ridge
November 23, 2024
Waterman: From the White City to the Ridge Sunday, December 8th at 4:00 p.m. Architect Harry Hale Waterman, who is the subject of our latest…
Announces a special event celebrating the Morgan Park Woman’s Club’s 135th anniversary and its impact on the community
November 14, 2024
“Morgan Park Woman’s Club: 135 Years of Community Service.” Women’s history is the community’s history. They are involved in every aspect of life where they…
Announces RHS participation in Open House Chicago, premiering the ‘Harry H. Waterman, Architect: Unique in Any Style’ exhibit
October 17, 2024
Open House Chicago takes place this coming week-end, October 19 and 20. As one of the featured locations, the Ridge Historical Society (RHS) will be…
An event on Beverly architects Elmer and Richard Carlson, their modernist designs, and wider impact in Chicago architecture
October 3, 2024
Friday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm Elmer Carlson and Richard Carlson, Architects, of Beverly: Two Local Modernists of Wider Impact – Alfred Willis, PhD, Presenter Elmer…
Recaps the 11th Beverly Art Walk, highlighting featured artists like Sean Michael Felix and Mati Maldre at RHS
September 29, 2024
The Beverly Area Arts Alliance's annual Beverly Art Walk is about community, and yesterday's 11th Art Walk proved once again that the Alliance has done…
Announces Weber Irish Dance company’s performances at RHS during the Beverly Art Walk, celebrating Irish culture
September 27, 2024
The Ridge Historical Society More on the Beverly Art Walk – Irish Dancers By Carol Flynn Tomorrow, Saturday, September 28th, will be the Beverly Art…
Describes Labor Day 1924 celebrations on the Ridge, including picnics in forest preserves and a “chautauqua” adult education program
September 3, 2024
The Ridge Historical Society Labor Day on the Ridge 100 Years Ago By Carol Flynn One hundred years ago, Labor Day occurred on Monday, September…
Highlights the historical connection between the Ridge and Ukraine through Dr. Miroslaw Siemens and current local events
August 19, 2024
Ridge Historical Society The Connection Between the Ridge and Ukraine By Carol Flynn This Saturday, August 24th, is Ukrainian Independence Day. Ukraine remains in the…
Recalls Fourth of July 1924 celebrations on the Ridge, including Ridge Park events and the Englewood Old Settlers Association picnic
July 5, 2024
Happy Fourth of July from the Ridge Historical Society By Carol Flynn The Ridge 100 Years Ago As this year’s Fourth of July activities wrap…
Promotes a Bloomsday event in Beverly/Morgan Park, celebrating James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’ with readings and Irish music
June 4, 2024
A lot of events are going on in June that focus on history and community. Right now, I am promoting Bloomsday, Sunday, June 16, the…