• Moments That Made History: Pre-Civil War Quilts. Secret Codes to Freedom on the UGR

    Geneseo Public Library 805 N. Chicago St., Geneseo, IL, United States

    This event is being co-hosted by the Geneseo Historical Museum and the Geneseo Public Library. "Quilt Whisperer" Connie Martin, MA, provides an American historical information presentation from research on her family history to reveal secret codes in quilts as a 6th generation descendant of enslaved Africans in Kentucky. Connie finds joy in sharing stories of […]

  • Moments That Made History: Real-Life Rosies! Women in WWII.

    Geneseo Historical Museum 205 S. State Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Doors Open at 5:30. Geneseo Historical Museum. March is Women's History Month!  Erin Kempker, Ph.D and Professor of History, will be exploring images of Rosie and the realities of women's lives as war workers.  Doors open at 5:30pm.  

  • Moments That Made History: Threading the Needle: Where Fashion Meets Function

    Geneseo Historical Museum 205 S. State Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Doors Open at 5:30 Geneseo Historical Museum Button up your curiosity and step into the past.  Alex Fox, popular presenter and Museum board member, will help us discover how 19th and 20th century fads and fashions built the modern garment industry. Join us for Threading the Needle, a historical lecture exploring vintage men’s and women’s […]

  • Legends and Landmarks Tour Original | May 27th, 2026

    Sweet Marie's Ice Cream Shop 118 East 1st Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer.Spots are limited […]

  • Stories in Stone: A Historical Walking Tour in Oakwood Cemetery

    Muzzy Chapel: Oakwood Cemetery 229 Hillcrest Dr., Geneseo, IL, United States

    Unearth the rich and fascinating history above and beneath your feet.  Join us for an engaging guided tour with Heidi Hamer through Oakwood Cemetery, where the lives and legacies of our community's earliest residents come to life. Begin and end at historical Muzzy Chapel. June 11  from 5:00pm to 7:00pm  (THIS TOUR IS FULL!)  Reservations:  […]

    Free Will Donation
  • An Evening of Folk Music at the Museum

    Geneseo Historical Museum 205 S. State Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Join us for a delightful evening of live folk music at the museum! This talented band will bring traditional melodies and timeless storytelling to life with acoustic instruments and rich harmonies. Folk music has long been a way communities shared stories, history, and culture, and we are excited to continue that tradition right here. Bring […]

    Free
  • Legends and Landmarks Tour 2.0 | June 24th, 2026

    Geneseo Historical Museum 205 S. State Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer. Spots are […]

  • Legends and Landmarks Tour Original | June 24th, 2026

    Sweet Marie's Ice Cream Shop 118 East 1st Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer.Spots are limited […]

  • Legends and Landmarks Tour Original | June 25th, 2026

    Sweet Marie's Ice Cream Shop 118 East 1st Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer.Spots are limited […]

  • Legends and Landmarks Tour 2.0 | June 25th, 2026

    Geneseo Historical Museum 205 S. State Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer. Spots are […]

  • Legends and Landmarks Tour 2.0 | June 26th, 2026

    Geneseo Historical Museum 205 S. State Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer. Spots are […]

  • Legends and Landmarks Tour Original | June 26th, 2026

    Sweet Marie's Ice Cream Shop 118 East 1st Street, Geneseo, IL, United States

    Step back in time with us this summer! The Geneseo Historical Museum is proud to offer Walking Tours through historic Geneseo. Perfect for history lovers, families, educators, and curious minds of all ages, these engaging tours explore the stories, architecture, and unique character of our community. We are offering 2 different tours this summer.Spots are limited […]