Events
Absence & Presence – Exploring the Abandoned Cliff Hotel Open House
Historic Cliff Hotel 414 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesJoin Kidzeum for a night of art, history, and wonder as we offer a rare glimpse into a remarkable architectural, historical, and visual treasure in downtown Springfield. The Cliff Hotel, operated between ca. 1910 and 1960, has been abandoned and mothballed for over 50 years. For this special exhibit, the rich patina and ghostly remains…
Pink Elephant Antique Mall’s Annual Holiday Open House
Pink Elephant Antique Mall 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United StatesJoin us for a magical day at The Pink Elephant Antique Mall’s Annual Holiday Open House! Step into a winter wonderland filled with festive cheer and delightful treasures. Discover the charm of the season as you browse through unique gifts from over 50 talented dealers, most offering special discounts just for you! Whether you’re searching…
Elkhart Historical Society Christmas Candlelight Services
Elkhart Cemetery - Gillett Chapel 8 Governor's Dr., Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe recent snap of cold air reminds us that the Christmas season is fast approaching and with it comes the return of the ever-popular Christmas Candlelight Services on Elkhart Hill. The Elkhart Historical Society will host this year’s Christmas Candlelight Service with four performances on Saturday, December 7, and one afternoon performance on Sunday, December 8, at the St.…
Nostalgic Holidays at the Planinsek Grocery & Meat Market Museum
Planinsek Grocery & Meat Market Museum 1314 Elizabeth St., Joliet, IL, United StatesStep back in time this holiday weekend, Friday and Saturday Noon-4:00 pm, and experience the warmth and charm of Christmas at the Planinsek Grocery & Meat Market Museum. Our historic house and market is transformed into a nostalgic, festive scene, showing how Slovenian immigrants experienced the joy of the season in the mid 1900’s. Wander…
Holiday Edition of Area 66 Haunted School
Pink Elephant Antique Mall 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United StatesWe're back again for a new holiday of fright - December 13 & 14 from 6-10pm. Come join us for 2 nights only for our Holiday Edition of Area 66 Haunted School. Are you on the naughty or nice list? The Christmas goblins, ghouls and gremlins are waiting to show you around the halls. Rain…
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