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The History of the Northbrook Historical Society and More

Northbrook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United States

Northbrook Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years The origin of the Northbrook Historical Society begins with a story of coincidences, serendipity, and history hidden in plain sight. Join us to learn why telling the stories of our Village’s past is so important to our future.

Event Series Northbrook Community Commission: Flamingo Fridays

Northbrook Community Commission: Flamingo Fridays Kickoff

Village Hall 1225 Cedar Ln., Northbrook, IL, United States

From 5 - 7pm come join us at the Flamingo Friday Kickoff event behind the Village Hall! There you’ll spend an evening enjoying music, food, and course – flamingos!

And on every Friday evening between Memorial Day and Labor Day anyone that wants to participate is invited host a flamingo party of their own in their neighborhood. These gatherings are the perfect opportunity for residents – both new and old – to make new friends, meet new people, or just reconnect with their neighbors.

The Northbrook Community Commission is excited to continue this unique Northbrook tradition that brings our neighborhoods together in a fun and inclusive way. Check out the info below to learn how to host your own Flamingo Friday party!

Northbrook In Bloom: Our Hidden Colorful History

Northbrook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United States

The colorful and surprising story of Northbrook’s many greenhouses, local world-famous hybridizers, and their contributions to the beautiful world of flowers.

Many of the species they developed are readily available today and can be seen throughout the town.

Annual Meeting

Allgauer's on the Riverfront 2855 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook, IL, United States

You are cordially invited to attend the Northbrook Historical Society Annual Meeting and Dinner on May 18th, 2024.

$35

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The Northbrook Historical Society was organized in December 1973 and Incorporated in March 1974 by residents interested in preserving the history of our Village.  As stated in the bylaws, the purpose of the society is:

To discover, collect, preserve, and disseminate knowledge, which will establish or illustrate the history of the Village of Northbrook, its exploration, settlement, development, and progress.

Northbrook Historical Society
1812 Chapel Court, Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: (847) 498-3404
[email protected]

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