Special Events: September Programs at the History Center

The care and cleaning of antique silver will be the topic of the History Center's monthly series, Coffee Talk, this September. The program will be held on Thursday, September 11 from 1:30-2:30 pm in the Visitor Center, 781 Pearson Street. The program is free of charge and free coffee, tea and cookies will be served. New Historical Society staff member Jennifer Galida will discuss how to clean tarnished silver and preserve it for years to come. Galida holds a master's degree in the history of decorative arts from the Smithsonian Institution.

Wednesday, September 15 begins the History Center's Home-School program for the 2008-2009 school year. The program topic will be Native Americans of Illinois and will include a short hands-on presentation followed by an opportunity to make a Native American game. Programs are held on the third Wednesday of the month from 10:00 am - 11:00 am or 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Programs are free but reservations are required by calling 847-391-5399. An adult must accompany children to programs.

Supported by the City of Des Plaines, the Des Plaines Park District, and the Des Plaines Historical Society, the Des Plaines History Center consists of three facilities, the Visitor Center, the Kinder House, and the Fisher-Wright House. For more information about programs and events, call 847-391-5399 or visit www.desplaineshistory.org.

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