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9/25/1965

Ground is broken at the Chicago Botanical Garden. By the next summer a drainage system had been completed to carry effluent from the Lake County sewage-treatment plant the distance of one mile to an aqueduct providing clean water for the garden.

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Care about Illinois history enough to make a solid (bronze) commitment to the Illinois State Historical Society? Donors of $2500 or more will receive "The Conversation," a limited (25 total made) edition casting of a new statuette by renowned Lincoln sculptor John McClarey on the theme of the first conversation at the White House between Frederick Douglass and President Lincoln, which took place on August 10, 1863. This is truly a wonderful keepsake and a statement about the power of listening in a world drowning in noise. Call or email today to donate and own a piece of history.

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ISHS Advisory Board member Dr. Alonzo Ward to speak at the Oglesby Mansion

Illinois State Historical Society

Associate Professor of History at Eastern Illinois University Dr. Alonzo Ward will speak on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution (often called the reconstruction Amendments) and their effect on African-American migration to Illinois and Industrialization of the Illinois economy.

Historical Marker Ceremony

George Washington Carver Community Center

  • 10/8/2023 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Category: Events

100th year Historical Marker Ceremony. The George Washington Carver Community Center is officially an historic site. Join us as we Celebrate the unveiling of the official marker and veiw the new childcare center and programs. October 8, 2023, 12-1 PM 710 West 3rd Street, Peoria IL 61605. Free; Open House; Music; Cake, Carver Merch

Historical Marker Ceremony

George Washington Carver Community Center

  • 10/8/2023 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Category: Events

100th year Historical Marker Ceremony. The George Washington Carver Community Center is officially an historic site. Join us as we Celebrate the unveiling of the official marker and veiw the new childcare center and programs. October 8, 2023, 12-1 PM 710 West 3rd Street, Peoria IL 61605. Free; Open House; Music; Cake, Carver Merch

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