Wreath Making Workshop
December 7, 2019 | 10:00 am
During our wreath making workshop, you will create your own unique evergreen wreath to take home. All materials and instructions are included. The cost is $20 per person. The class will be limited to 20 people, so reservations are highly encouraged (email historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com). If space remains on the day of the event, walk-ins will be welcome to join us. It’ll be a great day to spend with friends!
Kiddie Christmas
December 14, 2019 | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Join us for our 13th annual Kiddie Christmas at the Historic Indian Agency House! Come for the whole event, or pop in for a couple of activities. At 1:00, there will be a fun and educational puppet show. At 1:15, enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus, followed by a photo opportunity with both Mr. and Mrs. Claus and John and Juliette Kinzie. By 1:45, several fun craft stations will be up and running. Pick your favorite, or make them all! At 2:30, join us for a wintry nature walk (please dress for the weather). The cost is FREE, but a donation would be very much appreciated. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Opening Day Celebration
Annual Flag Day Celebration
June 20, 2020
Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the American flag on June 14, 1777. Share your patriotism as you participate with us.
Summer Speaker Series
July 7,14,21,28, 2020 | 6:30 pm
Check back for details on this year's speaker series. We're arranging some great speakers!
Saturday Morning Nature Walks
August 1 and 8, 2020
Our 233 acres surrounding the Agency House are a beautiful place to explore. Our guided nature walks are sure to be fun times of discovery.
Living History Day
September 19, 2020
This year's theme will be home entertainment in the 1830s. Watch a melodrama and participate by booing at the Bad Guy and cheering for Our Hero, while leaning how our ancestors entertained themselves.
May 16, 2020
Come for our opening day celebration! Author Ann Keating will be present for a book signing of her brand-new book: The World of Juliette Kinzie: Chicago Before the Fire.
Archaeology Kids' Camp
May 18-30, 2020
Children will learn hands-on what it takes to be an archaeologist. This day camp will be offered to 4th and 5th grade school groups each week from May 18-29. On Saturday, May 30, this STEM-based camp will be offered to community children. Space is limited, and days will fill up quickly. Be sure to register early.
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Watch here for more details as they become available.
Election of 1832
October 3, 2020
Meet the presidential candidates of the 1832 election.
Kiddie Christmas
December 12, 2020 | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Our 14th annual Kiddie Christmas is sure to be lots of fun! Admission is free, but a donation is appreciated.
Living History Days
June 6-7, 2020
This year's Civil War reenactment focuses on year 2 of the war (1862).
Community Archaeology Dig
June 13-14 and 20-21, 2020
Come and work alongside real archaeologists as we search for the 1830s Agency blacksmith shop. Find details here.