Relive our past programs, presentations, and community gatherings through our historical archive.
Announces ‘Pop-Up History’ event to view Jack Simmerling’s ‘Life on the Ridge’ mural at Smith Village
July 11, 2023
Pop-Up History on the Ridge – View the Jack Simmerling Mural "Life on the Ridge" at Smith Village Mark your calendars! The interest in the…
Announces an upcoming open house at Smith Village to view Jack Simmerling’s ‘Life on the Ridge’ mural
July 6, 2023
UPDATE: Wow, there has been a fast response to this post, but I knew people would like this. I talked to Elaine and when she…
Describes Fourth of July celebrations in Beverly/Morgan Park in 1923, including sports and community events
July 4, 2023
The Ridge Historical Society July 4, 1923 By Carol Flynn Happy Fourth of July! Here’s what was going on in Beverly/Morgan Park one hundred years…
RHS hosted the first Porch Concert by BAPA, featuring the band Beverly Country Club
May 20, 2023
It was a great night. The first Porch Concert of the year, put on by the Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA), was held at the…
Reminder: The Porch Concert at Ridge Historical Society is still on tonight
May 19, 2023
The rain's holding off, so the Porch Concert should go on tonight at the Ridge Historical Society! See you there!
BAPA porch concert rescheduled to May 19 at RHS; watch page for updates
May 15, 2023
Well, we're going to go ahead and promote this and keep our fingers crossed. The first BAPA porch concert, rescheduled due to rain, will be…
BAPA porch concert season begins at RHS on May 19, featuring Beverly Country Club
May 12, 2023
The BAPA porch concerts are about to begin another season! And the first one will be held at RHS. The Beverly Country Club band will…
Reminder to reserve for the Spring Bonnet Tea fundraiser at the Historic Graver-Driscoll House
May 3, 2023
Sunday, MAY 7, 2023 – 2pm Spring Bonnet Tea Reservations close tomorrow, May 4 RHS is happy to be able to hold this annual fundraiser…
Announcement for the annual Spring Bonnet Tea fundraiser at the historic Graver-Driscoll House
April 21, 2023
Sunday, MAY 7, 2023 – 2pm Spring Bonnet Tea RHS is happy to be able to hold this annual fundraiser event again. Join us for…
Positive feedback on the February 17th Underground Railroad presentation from community neighbors
February 21, 2023
A great post from neighbors who attended the February 17 presentation.
RHS mourns Michael Krebs, the Chicago actor who personified Abraham Lincoln in dramatic works
January 30, 2023
The Ridge Historical Society (RHS) joins in mourning the death of Michael Krebs, the Chicago actor who personified Abraham Lincoln. Michael and actress Debra Ann…
Reminder for RHS’s Champagne, Sweets and Savories holiday event on Saturday, January 7
January 7, 2023
Wrap up the holiday season at the Ridge Historical Society's Champagne event on Saturday, January 7th. There are still tickets available! Information and tickets can…