The Warp and Weft Weavers Guild of Woodstock will demonstrate and discuss the history of textiles.
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The Warp and Weft Weavers Guild of Woodstock will demonstrate and discuss the history of textiles.
Free event with the cost of museum admission. Free to Historical Society Members.
Join us for a fascinating look at the stories behind the headstones in this now inactive cemetery. Among others, the cemetery is home to Luke Gannon, whose 1847 log cabin sits on the McHenry County Historical Society's grounds. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased here.
Join us for an afternoon of paddling on the Kishwaukee River. Outing and ticket information are available here.
See you on the Kish!
Underground Railroad Lecture II: Frontier to Freedom
Learn about the life cycle of clothing during the 19th century. This event is free to Historical Society Members. Non-members can attend the program by paying the cost of admission to the museum.
Heritage Fair Returns! Watch this space for details on this 39th annual community event!
Spirits of the Past: A Whiskey Tasting & Prohibition Tale
Exhibition: Weavers & Spinners, Usable Fibers in McHenry County
Sip on craft brews from the McHenry Brewery, savor mouthwatering pizza and BBQ from the Kissed by Fire food truck, and enjoy the smooth sounds of the Vaguely Familiar Acoustic Guitar Duo. The guitar duo you'll swear you've heard before.
Tickets are $20 - beer and food sold separately. All proceeds support our mission.
Register here.
Join curator Siobhan for a behind the scenes tour of the museum and collections.
Space is limited at this free event. Only 10 attendees can be accommodated.
Register here.
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