Museum

HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Discover A collection of the Past; Preserved for the Future The Historical Museum is a cooperative effort between the Arlington Heights Historical Society, Village of Arlington Heights, and the Arlington Heights Park District. It is a two-acre, five-building complex that tells the story of Suburban America through the lens of Arlington Heights.

Hours Wednesday and Sunday 1-4pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Tours are available Saturdays at 10:30am and 2:30pm

Heritage Gallery and Shop Come explore the 145 year story of soda pop in Arlington Heights! Learn how the creation of this fizzy drink had a large impact on Arlington Heights and the Greater Chicago area through the exhibit A Pop of Local Flavor: The Sweet Story of Arlington Club. In addition, enjoy our unique and interesting selection of gifts, books, Arlington Club Soda and more! Membership The not-for-profit Arlington Heights Historical Society collects artifacts and materials related to the suburban historical experience of Arlington Heights. It supports the Historical Museum through community events, such as the Farmer’s Market, volunteerism, and fundraising. Become a member today! Learn more at ahmuseum.org.

Historical Society Membership perks include:

• Subscription to the Dunton-Post, the Historical Society’s newsletter • Free admission to scheduled guided tours • Member rates to Historical Museum special events and programming • 10% off Heritage Gallery & Shop purchases • 15% off Historical Museum room rentals (subject to availability)

The Center for Suburban History The Center is the premier research repository for the historical study of American Suburban culture and experience. The Center supports the study of suburban history and culture through the collection and preservation of significant archival materials, books, photographs, audio visual records, newspapers, maps and more. The Center is dedicated to serving local, regional, and national research needs of residents, students, genealogists, academic historians, and public interest. Please call for more information and to make an appointment at 847.255.1225.

Volunteers Needed! Want to spend time learning about history? Help others learn about the past? Want to give back to your community? Volunteers are needed throughout the year to help support special events and lead tours. Contact the Historical Museum at 847.255.1225.

Rental Information Planning an event and need an indoor meeting or event space? The Arlington Heights Historical Museum has a large multipurpose room that features the latest in technology—including a digital Smart board, as well as a portable digital projection system and free wifi. The room can hold between 50-75 people depending on the room set up and access to other Museum exhibits and spaces are included for most rentals.

For more information about the AH Historical Museum, please contact Dan Schoeneberg, Museum Administrator at dschoeneberg@ahpd.org.

A Foodie’s Guide to 1910

Step back in time with us for a food-centric experience of 1910. Immerse yourself in the beautiful atmosphere of the Museum’s Banta House while enjoying a three course meal, where each dish has been based off of an original early 1900’s recipe. Historically costumed staff and period entertainment will enhance the evening to make you feel like the honored guest of a Banta family dinner party. (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) Fee

67724 16+ Sa 6p-8:30p 1/28 $70 67725 16+ F 6p-8:30p 3/17 $70

A Foodie’s Guide to Historic Desserts

Discover a full hands-on experience in the history of dessert. You will have the chance to make bite size sweets from scratch using authentic 19th century recipes and equipment while learning about various techniques through the ages. Bring a bit of the past into the present with the skills and knowledge to show off your newly acquired skills as a Valentine's Day treat. (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee

67726 16+ Sa 9a-1p 2/4 $35/$42

Preservation 101: Photographs

Wondering about the best way to preserve your treasured family photos? Whether they are loosely stuffed in an old shoebox or carefully arranged in a photo album, come and learn tips from our Curator as she discusses the best ways to preserve photographs. Participants should bring a handful of their own photos or an album/scrapbook and come with questions! (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) M/NM Fee

67746 16+ T 2p-3p 1/17 $7/$12 67747 16+ T 10a-11a 3/21 $7/$12

Tasting Through Time

This adults-only event brings together the finest in regional cuisine and drink with the historic atmosphere of the Arlington Heights Historical Museum featuring a preview of favorite Farmer’s Market vendors. Travel building to building to sample sweet and savory delights paired with a featured cocktail, beer, or wine while exploring the history of the buildings and grounds of the Museum. (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) M/NM Fee

67744 21+ Sa 7p-9p 4/29 $24/$36

Community Egg Hunt Extravaganza

Bring the family and join us for the Annual Egg Hunt on the Museum grounds! Children 10 and under are invited to race around our grounds for treat-filled eggs starting promptly at on the hour. Following the egg hunt, families are invited to stay and explore the Museum with a scavenger hunt. (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) M/NM Fee

67728 0-11yrs Sa 10a-10:30a 4/1 $4/$10 67729 0-11yrs Sa 11a-11:30a 4/1 $4/$10 67730 0-11yrs Sa 12p-12:30p 4/1 $4/$10 67731 0-11yrs Sa 1p-1:30p 4/1 $4/$10

Egg Dying Extravaganza

Bring the Museum into your yearly egg dying tradition! BYOE-- bring you own hardboiled eggs-- and get our space messy instead of yours while learning different modern and historic techniques to decorate and color your eggs. (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee

67745 5+ F 6p-7:30p 4/7 $35/$42

Tea with the Bunny

Do you want your kids to have some one on one time with the Easter Bunny? Dress up for this festive outing to see the Bunny as we serve up food, drinks, activities and fun! (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee

67748 4+ Sa 2p-3:30p 4/1 $25/$35

Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt

Don’t miss out on your chance to act like a kid again! Join us with a flashlight to collect as many eggs as you can find in the dark. Sort through your candy haul while participating in some fun and games, and then wrap up the evening with an after party, including drinks and a raffle. (DS)

Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) Fee

67727 21+ Sa 7p-7:45p 4/1 $18