Lombard Historical Society

09/06/2026

If you missed our live feed last night — congratulations to Denise Z., the winner of this year’s 50/50 Split the Pot Raffle!

Thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets and supported the Lombard Historical Society. Every ticket helps us continue preserving and sharing Lombard’s history.

We are so grateful for this community and for everyone who made the Food Truck Social such a wonderful night! Congratulations again, Denise!

Photography by Alejandra Alvarez

09/06/2026

Happy Read a Book Day!

Sometimes all you need is a good book, a quiet spot, and a little time to yourself.

Whether you're into thrillers, romance, fantasy, biographies, or something completely different, today is a great day to pick up a book and get lost in it for a while!

So enjoy a cooler day with a good book!

This picture was taken sometime in the 1970s, but the women is not identified.

09/06/2026

That’s a wrap on the Fifth Annual Food Truck Social!

Thank you to everyone who came out tonight and supported the Lombard Historical Society. It was so great to see the grounds full of people enjoying the food, music, activities, and museums.

A huge thank you to our volunteers who helped with everything from setup and tickets to the B**r Garden, raffle, activities, and cleanup. We could not have pulled this off without you.

And thank you to Brew Avenue Events for once again being such a great partner and helping us bring the event together.

We’re definitely tired, but very grateful. Thank you, Lombard, for another great night on Maple Street.

09/06/2026

09/05/2026

🎉 AND WE'RE OPEN 🎉

Head over to 23W. Maple St. and celebrate America 250! Be sure to download our Lombard Historical Society App to join in our photo challenge and get 20% off in our gift shop!

📆Saturday, September 5th
🕛4 PM - 9 PM
📍23 W. Maple Street, Lombard, IL

🎟TICKETS & ADMISSION
$10 at the door
Kids 12 & under are FREE!

This year's celebration of America 250 has something for everyone:

6 Food Trucks
Red, White, & Bluey Meet & Greet | 4-6 PM
HoopChicago arcade games | 4-9 PM
Retro Glow Cycles hands-on activities | 4 - 8:30 PM
Face Painting | 4 - 7 PM
Giant bubbles & balloon animals with Jay Jay the Clown | 5 - 7 PM
Live music from Tautologic & Southside Blues Brothers Tribute Band
Explore our "Power of Place: Celebrating America 250" exhibit
50/50 Split the Pot Raffle - the pot is already over $5,000!
The drawing will take place at 8:30 PM! You do not need to be present to win!

Saturday's celebration wouldn't be possible without the incredible business and organizations who have stepped up to support the Lombard Historical Society!

Bring the family or invite your friends, grab dinner from your favorite food truck, enjoy the music, and help support local history!

Village of Lombard - Municipal Government Gina Damore - Get More with Damore- Keller Williams Realtor Retro Glow Cycles Seagraves Financial Group Waste Management - Lombard, IL Illinois Arts Council YardLove DreamDesigns Lombard Bank & Trust Prairie Honey Floral Studio Flint Architects Sal's Beverage World L A Nayder Enterprises, Inc Discover DuPage BeLocal

09/05/2026

We are open for business at LHS! Join us from 4-9 at 23 W Maple for food, music, games, and special guests Bluey and the Blues Brothers!

09/05/2026

Due to staff and volunteers preparing 23 W. Maple St. for the Food Truck Social, the Sheldon Peck Homestead will be closed today.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. The Homestead will reopen to normal operating hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 12 PM.

Come join the fun at 23 W. Maple St. today from 4 PM - 9 PM! We'll have live music, food trucks, a b**r garden, activities for kids, and so much more!

Admission is $10 at the door and proceeds from the fundraiser benefit the Lombard Historical Society. We'll see you there!

09/05/2026

Happy World Beard Day!

Today, we're making a toast to the bearded legends among us! Whether you're sporting a wizard worthy beard, rocking a Tony Stark goatee, or just celebrating from the sidelines, today is ALL about the beard!

Fun Fact: Tradition says you shouldn't shave on World Beard Day. So let that beard grow!

Pictured is Robert Fleck, winner of "Fullest Beard" during Lombard's 1969 Centennial celebration!

09/05/2026

Here's A Sneak Peek: Power of Place: Celebrating America 250

We're giving you a first look at our upcoming exhibit, "Power of Place: Celebrating America 250!"

This exhibit officially opens TOMORROW during our 5th Annual Food Truck Social! Be sure to grab your tickets and be among the first to experience this special exhibit celebrating the places, stories, and history that helped shaped Lombard!

Opening: Tomorrow at the 5th Annual Food Truck Social
Get your tickets to be the first to see this exciting exhibit!

After the opening, "Power of Place: Celebrating America 250" will be open to the public in the Carriage House, 23 W. Maple St., Tuesday - Saturday from 10 AM - 4 PM.

We can't wait to share this exhibit with you!

09/04/2026

A huge thank you to Quality Logo Products for supporting this year's Food Truck Social on Maple Street!

Quality Logo Products printed our event shirt for staff and volunteers and helped make our event swag possible.

Stop by the b**r garden during the Food Truck Social and purchase our Buy 3, Get 1 Free B**r Garden Punch Pass. You'll even receive a Food Truck Social b**r cozy while supplies last!

We are so grateful to Quality Logo Products for helping our team look great and for adding something fun for our guests.

Join us tomorrow, September 5th, from 4 PM - 9 PM at the Lombard Historical Society!