Village Birthday & Museum Open House
2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Northbrook History Museum, 1776 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL, 60062
The Officers and Directors of the Northbrook Historical Society cordially invite you for refreshments & good cheer during our annual celebration of Northbrook’s birthday!
Village Birthday & Museum Open House
Sunday, November 16th, 2025 from 2-4pm
Lower level, Schinleber Room
Northbrook History Museum
1776 Walters Ave
Northbrook, Illinois

"Northbrook, Illinois: A Village by a Stream - 125 Years Opening Celebration" @ the Northbrook Public Library
2025-11-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United States
Step back in time with the Northbrook Historical Society as they share photographs showcasing the Village’s evolution from a rural settlement to the vibrant community we know today.

This program kicks off a year of celebration marking three milestones: Northbrook’s Quasquicentennial (125 years), America’s Semiquincentennial (250 years), and the 50th anniversary of the Northbrook History Museum.

Annual Meeting
2025-05-17 11:30 - 14:00 | Allgauer’s on the Riverfront, 2855 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
You are cordially invited to attend the Northbrook Historical Society Annual Meeting on May 17th, 2025 at:
Allgauer’s on the Riverfront
Hickory Room
2855 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Northbrook, Illinois
Social Hour: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch: Noon
Entertaining program (“Back to the Future”) following lunch.
Your choice of:

Allgauer’s Salad – Mixed Greens, sliced pears, candied walnuts, dried cranberries & blue cheese.
Chicken Club Sandwich – Grilled chicken, bacon, tomato, lettuce, mayo on toasted bread.
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich – topped with Spanish onion, mushrooms, roasted garlic aioli, and Provolone cheese on French bread. (Your choice of Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea, or Soda included)

Everyone is welcome; Bring a friend!

Northbrook In Bloom: Our Hidden Colorful History
2024-05-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United States
“Northbrook in Bloom: Our Hidden Colorful History” in partnership with the Northbrook Public Library.
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.

Reserve a seat here: https://visit.northbrook.info/event/9085308

The History of the Northbrook Historical Society and More
2024-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | 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.
