History

Haunting Illinois: Children’s Play Built Over Historic Cemetery in this town

BRADLEY, IL - The village holds a chilling distinction that comes eerily alive as the nation approaches Halloween: a park with a playground stands atop a historic cemetery. It's not...

Spine-Chilling Tales Await at Mayslake’s Gothic Ghost Stories Event in Oak Brook

OAK BROOK, IL – As the crisp autumn air sets in, the historic Mayslake Peabody Estate will be hosting...

Mystery x Lore: Haunted Toys to Hiking Boots: REI’s Spooky California Stomping Ground

SUNNYVALE, Calif. â€” In 1970, as Toys "R" Us embarked on its California expansion, a store was constructed at...

Mystery x Lore: The Acoustic Marvel of Illinois’ Fountain Bluff Chair

GORHAM, Ill. â€” Tucked away in the historic landscapes of Gorham lies a unique auditory wonder nestled within Fountain...

Step Back in Time: Unearth Lombard Cemetery’s Haunting Tales This October

Lombard, IL - Journey through time this weekend at Lombard's oldest resting place. On Friday, October 6, and Saturday,...

From Wallpaper Cleaner to Children’s Icon: The Remarkable Journey of Play-Doh

CINCINNATI, OH – Celebrating National Play-Doh Day this September 16th isn't just about honoring a popular children's toy; it's a testament to reinvention. Before...

Chicago’s Viking Dragon: Geneva, Illinois Hosts Epic Exhibition Debut of ‘Freya’ 

Geneva, Ill. - Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey through time!  On Tuesday, September 12, at 12 PM, Third Coast Conservation is set to unveil...

Meteor Leaves Hole in Indiana Man’s Chest: Legends and Lore

INDIANA - Delve into the annals of Indiana's history, and you'll uncover a tale that has intrigued and mystified our state for generations.  It's a story...

Celebrating 33 Years: The Day SUE the Tyrannosaurus Rex Emerged from History’s Depths

CHICAGO, IL â€” Three decades ago, in a remote corner of South Dakota, paleontologist Sue Hendrickson stumbled upon the scientific discovery that would forever change...

Shadow of an Illinois Legend: Baseball, an Asylum, and Juneteenth

Andrew "Rube" Foster, a baseball legend and founder of the Negro Baseball League, had a story that blended triumph with tragedy. Born in Texas...

Join the Bradley Historical Society: Preserving the Legacy of Bradley’s Industrial Past

BRADLEY, IL - The Bradley Historical Society, a devoted group of history enthusiasts, is seeking new members to join their ranks as they prepare to...
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