Norwood Park Historical Society

06/01/2026

Book your next celebration, birthday, retirement party, bridal shower, family holiday gathering or wedding ceremony at Chicago's oldest house.

Norwood Park Historical Society offers a full service catering kitchen, china plates, glassware, flatware, vintage crystal serving bowls, table linens and private bridal suite on an iconic Norwood Park historical estate lawn, porch and charming rental room.

We host a picture-perfect backdrop leaving you to just add catering, table decor and happy guests.

For rates contact [email protected]

Book you holiday celebration today.

wedding photos by Agata Martinik Photography

06/01/2026

The Norwood Park Historical Society museum has re-opened with a refreshed and refurbished presentation.

The second floor features four exhibit rooms with a curated collection of Chicago's oldest house and neighborhood history with never-seen archival treasures.

Admission is a suggested $5 per person donation to preserve the continuation of Chicago's oldest house. Open Saturdays Noon-4pm.

Special thanks to project co-manager Laura Miller, Linda Horwitz, Bernie Eshoo, Laura Fanucchi-Banash, Harris Miller and the entire Fortune Restoration team.

Thank you,
Norman Caraher Sands
Interim Museum Director

06/01/2026

Our next foodraiser is at Portillo’s in Harwood Heights at 7308 W. Lawrence on Thursday, June 4th from 5 – 8 p.m.
Just show the flyer on your phone when placing your order in person or use online code: PORTILLOS46.
20% of sales will benefit NPHS! Thanks in advance for your support.

05/22/2026

We're getting ready!

You are invited to the Norwood Park Historical Society Museum Grand Re-Opening.

We have combed 50 years of never-seen archival treasures to curate and celebrate the history of Norwood Park and Chicago's oldest house.

Join us Saturday, May 30th Noon-4pm

Admission is a $5 donation per person to continue the historic preservation and operation of Chicago's oldest house.

05/18/2026

“DEAD AIR: THE NIGHT THAT ORSON WELLES TERRIFIED AMERICA,” ON MAY 20 at 7pm
Presented by bestselling author William Elliott Hazelgrove

On Oct. 30, 1938, Orson Welles presented a realistic dramatization of a Martian invasion of the United States. It was so realistic that it convinced listeners across the country that the end of the world had arrived. It was the power of Welles’ voice that made the broadcast so realistic. This presentation should not be missed as bestselling author William Elliott Hazelgrove relates the staggering effect that Welles’ opera of panic had on the nation.

Unfortunately this presentation will not be available on Zoom.

05/01/2026

The Museum will be closed May 2 through May 16 for painting and a refresh of the exhibits. Our new museum exhibits will open to visitors on Saturday, May 23. They will focus on celebrating the history of Norwood Park, Chicago and the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House – Chicago’s oldest home built in 1833 with a fresh perspective and presentation of our unique history. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates and sneak peeks. Our Instagram handle is .

04/25/2026

Thanks to our volunteer Cindy Wroble we have the most adorable and beautiful tea favors for all our guests!

10/15/2025

Save the dates for our 36th annual Victoria's Craft Show & Holly Daze Cafe!

10/10/2025

Any financial assistance towards our new roof is greatly appreciated. Our ongoing fundraising efforts aim to secure the necessary amount, with your donations providing vital support. The completion timeline is now condensed due to the approaching winter season. Please consider making a donation at this time. Ask your friends, neighbors and colleagues for their support.
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We are desperately in need of a new roof. Please consider a donation so we can proceed with a roofing company while the weather is still good. In the future, you can drive or walk by, look up, and say “I helped buy that roof!”
Donate right now:
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