Morrison Historical Society presents monthly, Sunday afternoon programs of general interest to the public, from April through November. Morrison’s Heritage Museum opens at 1:00 p.m., and programs begin promptly at 1:30. The building is accessible to all from the back parking area, at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. There is no charge to attend.
Would you enjoy sharing an informative topic, historical items, or experiences? Kindly contact Program Chair Stephanie Vavra at 815-772-3144 (leave a message) or vavra@mchsi.com.
Listed are topics and Guest Speakers for the first four months. Mark your calendar. Bring your questions and a friend or family member.
APRIL 30: Trustee Marc Gravert, “Learning About Our Amish Neighbors.”
MAY 21: Trustee Patricia Pessman, book talk “The Saga of the Lilac Bush, An American Pioneer Narrative.”
JUNE 4: Steven Siefken, “In Vietnam, My Weapon Against Russia was My Headphone.”
JULY 30: Hillary Blevins, “Exploring Family Trees at Grove Hill Cemetery.”
Enjoy refreshments, conversation, and air conditioning. Explore upstairs and down, with displays referencing only Morrison’s heritage and history. Constructed in 1865 as a Congregational Church, the prestigious building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It served the community as Odell Public Library for decades.
Morrison’s Heritage Museum will be open May through late-November. Regular hours–from 1:00 to 4:00–resume Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, May 7. Appointments may be made for visits on others days, by contacting MHS Board President Harvey Zuidema at 815-772-3084.