2025-Winter Spring-Guide-WEB

HISTORY PROGRAMS

SIP, SIP HOORAY! HISTORIC COCKTAIL TASTING AT BELMONT Spanning five decades of popular cocktails you may not have heard of from the 1860s to 1900s. During this program you will learn how to make and taste of each of these pieces of history. Snacks will accompany the beverages. Each drink will be accompanied by fun facts about the drink and the time period of its popularity. Age: 21+ Min/Max: 5/26 R/NR: $36/$54 Location: Belmont Golf Club Class # Date Day Time 1700G02-01 3/14 F 7:00-9:00pm NEW! Join the museum staff for a 1.5-hour walking tour of Downers Grove’s oldest and most prominent churches! Explore the unique history and architecture of some of Downers Grove’s oldest structures. All parts of the tour may not be ADA accessible. Tour meets at Fishel Park. Age: 16+ Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $12/$18 Location: Fishel Park Class # Date Day Time 1700G10-01 5/14 W 11:00am-12:30pm D.G.’S CHURCHES ARCHITECTURE TOUR

BLODGETT HOMESTEAD ARCHITECTURE TOUR Take a tour of the Israel Blodgett Family’s historic homestead as we explore the lives of the Blodgetts as well as take a deeper look at the homes that sheltered them through several generations.

Age: 16+ Min/Max: 4/10 R/NR: $12/$18 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 1700G24-01 5/7 W

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Onsite GROUP PROGRAMS Bring your group to the Downers Grove Museum! Programs and tours are 1 hour in length and can be tailored for adult and kid groups. Call 630.963.1309 for details and to book your program or tour today! Group TOURS During your guided tour, you’ll visit the foot print of the Blodgett family cabin, discuss the 1850s, visit the Pioneer Blodgett House, and learn about the 1890s inside of the Victorian Blodgett House. SCHOOL TOURS: $62 per class per 1-1.5 hour tour GROUP TOURS: $35 for up to 10 people VISIT DGPARKS.ORG FOR MORE INFO 105