History lovers and readers unite for the History Book Club led by writer, teacher, and librarian Doug Deuchler.
On Thursday September 28, readers will discuss The Adventures of Augie March by Saul Bellow.
Join us at OPRF Museum as we kick off the celebration of the 150th anniversary of Oak Park and River Forest High School. This evening will mark the grand opening celebration of the exhibit Ever Changing, Yet the Same: OPRF High School at 150 and will include refreshments and special guests.
Join us for stories on the history of Forest Home Cemetery with a program by Paula Fenza.
Regular museum admission rates will apply.
Paula Fenza is not only a local researcher but also an actress who often appears in character on our annual Tale of the Tombstones tour in Forest Home Cemetery.
Don’t miss our annual Tale of the Tombstones Cemetery Walk on Sunday, October 15, where we will host a walking tour of Forest Home Cemetery and feature actors portraying a handful of the notable people laid to rest there.
Join us for stories on the history of Jewish Waldheim Cemetery with a program by local historian Abby Schmelling.
Regular museum admission rates will apply.
Greater Downtown Oak Park boasts an array of marvelous examples of Art Deco design that are often overlooked. Join our Executive Director Frank Lipo on a walk down Lake Street as he points out many of these treasures that we walk past every day without noticing.
Join us at OPRF Museum for an evening of Sci-Fi and Fantasy!
Was sci-fi your thing in high school, or perhaps still is? Join us Wednesday, November 1 at 7 p.m. for the second event in our “A Night at the Museum” series, when past members of the OPRF Sci-Fi Fantasy Club will give some background on the history of the club and discuss how it impacted their time at OPRF High School.
