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Recent Additions to the LAHS Collections Nov. 2006 |
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Several recent additions have been made to our archives and collections at the Lemont Area Historical Society (LAHS) museum in Lemont. Some of these additions may be just right for gifts for history buffs and those who missed recent meetings or programs. In October we received a kerosene lamp from Hayes Auto & Truck Repair in Lemont while they were cleaning out their garage. This is a valuable antique and will be a welcome accessory to our general store exhibit in the museum basement. It is a Deitz “Little Wizzard” kerosene lamp that was a popular source of portable light many years ago. In November we began producing DVD program copies of some recent programs such as: |
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The Friendship Garden Club updated the grounds around the Lemont Area Historical Society's Old Stone Church. A hearthfelt thank you for all their work! Click here for more pictures of "The Stained Glass Window Garden" including October 2005 updated views! |
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In addition to Books of Readings of Lemont Area Cemeteries, pictures of individual tombstones are now available for purchase for most Lemont area cemeteries. Contact the Historical Society for specific availability. For a background discussion and pictures of Lemont Area Cemeteries, please click here. |
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Sonia Kallick's Book - "Lemont and Its People" |
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This 365 page book covers the history of Lemont and the opening of the Midwest from early geological times to 1910. It relates interesting and heretofore unknown vignettes of local individuals, who made their mark on Lemont's history. Some of these individuals became important players in the history of Chicago politics and commerce. It brings to life the development of the Northern Illinois area from the time of the native American tribes, to the construction of the Illinois And Michigan Canal, and the construction of the Sanitary & Ship Canal. "Lemont and Its People" is now available for purchase at the museum for $25.00 or by mail for $25.00 plus $5.00 for shipping. |
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Lemont 125th Anniversary Book |
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| his 300 page, hard cover volume is completely indexed and contains hundreds of photographs and illustrations of Lemont's historic past. The book was prepared as a gift to Lemont to commemorate the 125th anniversary of its incorporation in 1873. It features a narrative history of Lemont from its founding in 1836 through the anniversary year of 1998, and contains histories of all local schools, churches, businesses, governmental bodies, and community organizations. It is available at the LAHS Museum during regular business hours for $20.00. The book can be mailed ordered through the Society, 630-257-2972 for $20.00 plus $5.00 for shipping. | ||||
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Free Organ Recitals |
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| Val Slachetka will be performing free concerts on the Lemont Area Historical Society's organ from 2 to 3 pm Sundays. Please join us for an hour of organ music in the old theatrical style. | ||||
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