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Upcoming Events and Programs

Music at the Mansion
Jul
16

Music at the Mansion

Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion

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Painting in the Garden
Jul
17

Painting in the Garden

Registration Required. Unleash your creativity in the peaceful beauty of the garden. This outdoor painting class invites you to slow down, observe the natural world, and translate it into art. No Experience necessary- this class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. All materials are provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

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Yoga in the Garden
Jul
22

Yoga in the Garden

Registration required. Breathe deeply and move mindfully in the heart of nature. This outdoor yoga class is set in the tranquil garden at Ellwood House, offering the perfect blend of fresh air, natural beauty, and gentle movement. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

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Music at the Mansion
Jul
23

Music at the Mansion

Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion

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Painting in the Garden
Jul
27

Painting in the Garden

Registration Required. Unleash your creativity in the peaceful beauty of the garden. This outdoor painting class invites you to slow down, observe the natural world, and translate it into art. No Experience necessary- this class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. All materials are provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

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Music at the Mansion
Aug
13

Music at the Mansion

Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show starts at 6:30 pm and the headline show is from 7:00-8:30 pm.

Opening Act: Emily Hurd
Headliner: The PriSSillas

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Wine on the Terrace
Sep
20

Wine on the Terrace

Wine on the Terrace is the Ellwood House Museum’s signature fundraising event, an elegant and relaxed evening that directly supports our mission to preserve this historic site and connect our community to local history.

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Ellwood Explorers: Bugs and Blossoms
Jul
12

Ellwood Explorers: Bugs and Blossoms

Join us for a morning in the gardens! Illinois Master Naturalists will be on hand to guide activities related to native plants and insects, including a scavenger hunt of Ellwood Park. Presented in partnership with University of Illinois Extension's annual Garden Walk. This event is free and open to the public; activities are catered toward ages 5-12.

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Music at the Mansion
Jul
9

Music at the Mansion

Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion

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Yoga in the Garden
Jul
8

Yoga in the Garden

Registration required. Breathe deeply and move mindfully in the heart of nature. This outdoor yoga class is set in the tranquil garden at Ellwood House, offering the perfect blend of fresh air, natural beauty, and gentle movement. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

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Music at the Mansion
Jun
25

Music at the Mansion

Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion

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Music at the Mansion
Jun
11

Music at the Mansion

Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion

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Memorial Day Celebration
May
26

Memorial Day Celebration

Join us on the grounds of the Ellwood House Museum on Memorial Day to celebrate, remember, and reflect upon our country and the heroes who made us great. Following the Memorial Day parade and service, the Mansion's first floor will be open free of charge.

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Evening at Ellcourt
May
16

Evening at Ellcourt

SOLD OUT. Reach out to info@ellwoodhouse.org to be added to a waitlist.

Join us for a good old fashioned night of jazz and revelry at Ellcourt, the Tudor-Revival home on the Ellwood House campus. Guests will have the chance to experience 1920’s parlor games, explore the gardens, enjoy handcrafted cocktails, and listen to live music. All events will take place within the Ellcourt home and the surrounding gardens. 

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Give DeKalb County 2025
May
1

Give DeKalb County 2025

Give DeKalb County is a philanthropic event featuring multiple ways for donors to support nonprofit organizations located in or serving DeKalb County, Illinois. Donors can give by check or can donate online during the 24-hour giving day at GiveDeKalbCounty.org

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Brown Bag Lunch: The Precipice of Freedom: The Roles of DeKalb and Kane County during the Anti-Slavery Movement
Apr
3

Brown Bag Lunch: The Precipice of Freedom: The Roles of DeKalb and Kane County during the Anti-Slavery Movement

Eric Krupa will share original historical research that uncovers the untold stories of how DeKalb and Kane counties contributed to the broader Midwest abolitionist movement. The presentation will explore the politics, strategies, and people who courageously fought for the freedom of enslaved individuals, including new insights into the Underground Railroad in our region.

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Arts in Action: Storytelling Workshop
Mar
13

Arts in Action: Storytelling Workshop

By sharing personal experiences, individuals can not only learn about themselves, but teach others about histories that go unsaid. Speaking the truth is a powerful act of self-expression that fosters connection, understanding, and empowerment. By sharing stories, spaces can be opened for diverse and meaningful dialogue that can shape and change the way people perceive the world

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Dessert and Dialogue
Mar
11

Dessert and Dialogue

The second in a series of discussions, “Dessert and Dialogue” will be an evening of community-building, storytelling, and racial healing. This event builds upon the work started by the Arts in Action project, a collaboration between the DeKalb County History Center and Ellwood House.

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