Grayslake Historical Society

Grayslake Historical Society The Grayslake Historical Society is located in the Grayslake Heritage Center. 164 Hawley Street, Gra

05/13/2026

In a town know for the great variety of salons and barbershops…there’s a story behind every chair.

Join the Grayslake Historical Society tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13 at 7 pm for “A Cut Above: Notable Barbers & Hairdressers in Grayslake’s Past”.

Guest speaker, and society member Jane Trump will share the stories of the people who helped shape our community through conversation, connection and a great haircut. 💇🏼‍♀️💈

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05/12/2026

Program
“A Cut Above”
Wed. 7:00

This piece of history recalls 2015.
05/11/2026

This piece of history recalls 2015.

It is fun to try to name the farm tools.
05/10/2026

It is fun to try to name the farm tools.

This is a scale model of a barn which was on Belvidere Road east of Atkinson Road on the south side. It was near a pres...
05/09/2026

This is a scale model of a barn which was on Belvidere Road east of Atkinson Road on the south side. It was near a present day road that says Kerry Way. The barn was on the Kerry Farm. The model is in the Museum Annex.

This display in the Annex is about blacksmiths and their tools.
05/08/2026

This display in the Annex is about blacksmiths and their tools.

05/08/2026

The elevator is again waiting for you!!

Some humor. This is on the horse drawn hearse.
05/07/2026

Some humor. This is on the horse drawn hearse.

The elevator is closed but the four galleries are open during museum hours.
05/06/2026

The elevator is closed but the four galleries are open during museum hours.

A great view from the Upper Gallery.
05/02/2026

A great view from the Upper Gallery.

The Historical Society is glad to furnish the hands on items for the students to use and enjoy. A great learning experi...
04/30/2026

The Historical Society is glad to furnish the hands on items for the students to use and enjoy. A great learning experience.

Address

164 Hawley Street, P O Box 185
Grayslake, IL
60030

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

(847) 223-7663

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