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Farming on the Illinois Prairie

Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

We think of the Era of Illinois as "The Prairie State" to be impossibly remote and bucolic. But the farmers who came to this part of Illinois were practical, scientific, literate and above all, hard working. Join Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Archaeologist and Tribal Liaison Joe Wheeler to discover the people who broke the sod […]

Event Series Victorian Valentine Make & Take

Victorian Valentine Make & Take

Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

Valentine's Day traditions are wide-ranging, but usually involve the exchange of some love token or small gift with one's Valentine. At one time, these tokens were hand-made Valentines. Participants will get to create their own home-made Valentine similar to ones made in the 1890s. There will also be a special exhibit displaying antique Valentines. Children […]

Event Series Victorian Valentine Make & Take

Victorian Valentine Make & Take

Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

Valentine's Day traditions are wide-ranging, but usually involve the exchange of some love token or small gift with one's Valentine. At one time, these tokens were hand-made Valentines. Participants will get to create their own home-made Valentine similar to ones made in the 1890s. There will also be a special exhibit displaying antique Valentines. Children […]

Early Industrial Development Along the Fox River

Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

As the Fox River Valley - including Oswego - opened to settlement, industrious pioneers established a variety of water-powered industries from Ottawa to Elgin, influencing early town planning. Pioneer manufactories adapted to changing technology and today, only remnants of the Fox Valley's industrial roots survive. Discover the details of this development from 1825-1855 with presenter […]

Event Series Oswego History Walk

Oswego History Walk

Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

NOTE: REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT. Step into a journey through time on this guided walking tour of Oswego. History will come alive as you pass by homes, businesses, buildings and more. Pre-registration through the Oswegoland Park District is required and space is limited.  Participants should be able to comfortably walk for approximately 1 hour. […]

$5.00

Event Series Oswego History Walk

Oswego History Walk

Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

NOTE: REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT. Step into a journey through time on this guided walking tour of Oswego. History will come alive as you pass by homes, businesses, buildings and more. Pre-registration through the Oswegoland Park District is required and space is limited.  Participants should be able to comfortably walk for approximately 1 hour. […]

$5.00

Casting a Historic Vote: Suffrage in Illinois

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Prior to 1920, women were denied the vote in the majority of elections in the United States. The struggle for enfranchisement began with the birth of our nation and was strategized differently in our local, state, and federal elections. Despite what people today believe to be a straightforward goal, the path to women’s suffrage was […]

Event Series Yoga at the Museum

Yoga at the Museum

Roger Matile Room 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

Step inside one of Oswego's most historic buildings and enjoy the ambiance of stained glass windows and wood panel floors as you take part in a rejuvenating morning yoga practice. Find new energy through breath-work and deep stretches guaranteed to leave you feeling relaxed and ready to calmly take on the week ahead. Modifications given […]

Event Series Yoga at the Museum

Yoga at the Museum

Roger Matile Room 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

Step inside one of Oswego's most historic buildings and enjoy the ambiance of stained glass windows and wood panel floors as you take part in a rejuvenating morning yoga practice. Find new energy through breath-work and deep stretches guaranteed to leave you feeling relaxed and ready to calmly take on the week ahead. Modifications given […]

Event Series Yoga at the Museum

Yoga at the Museum

Roger Matile Room 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, United States

Step inside one of Oswego's most historic buildings and enjoy the ambiance of stained glass windows and wood panel floors as you take part in a rejuvenating morning yoga practice. Find new energy through breath-work and deep stretches guaranteed to leave you feeling relaxed and ready to calmly take on the week ahead. Modifications given […]