September 2018
The Dunton Post
ISSUED BY THE ARLINGTON HEIGHTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contents
Administrator's Report | Upcoming in September | August Recap | Membership |
Looking Ahead

Administrator's Report
Dan Shoeneberg
Given at the August Society Board Meeting
Thank you to the Daisy Daniels Questers for a $536.00 grant to purchase a map case for the NW Suburban History Center (formally the History Library) and a $50 donation for preservation projects. In addition, the Gody Questers donated $2500 for the Museum to purchase conservation dress forms and Americana Hunters Questers donated $200 for the Pop Shop Play Area.

Irish Fest (July 13-14) had great weather and attendance was right on target. Revenue was up due to changes to the special event expense. Total revenue for 2018 was $17,227- this is the highest in 12 years.

A Memorial Stone relocated from Northwest Highway to the Museum grounds. This plaque commemorates Gilbert H. Krohn who was instrumental in early Village beautification efforts, particularly along Northwest Highway.

NW Suburban History Center had five researchers in July. Volunteers scanned 416 items and photographed 457 objects all to be added into the Museum's collections.

Summer Camps were a huge success this year! A total of 50 kids participated in July's camps; up 40% from last year.

Museum Attendance in July was 4,088. This number includes general attendance, room rentals, Farmers Market, and Irish Fest. Attendance for July 2017 was 2,434 (does not include Farmers Market).
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Please Touch
September 10
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Children will get to explore different aspects of the Museum's collection using all five of their senses. A great way to introduce or cement a love of history, this will provide a unique hands-on museum experience.

White Glove Tour
September 14
6 PM - 8 PM
This curator lead tour will give you a behind the scenes look at some of the 50,000 artifacts that the Arlington Heights Historical Museum has in their collections.
MEMBER DISCOUNT OFFERED.

Farmers Market
Every Saturday Now - October 13
7:30 am - 12:30 pm
The commuter parking lot across from the Arlington Heights Historical Museum on Vail Ave. and Fremont St. transforms into a bustling market full of fresh produce of the season, artisanal cheese, homemade pastries, ginger,freshly roasted coffee, handmade crafts, and much more.

Follow the AHFM on Facebook to stay up-to-date on the lasted events.
Pop Shop Play Area
Tuesday - Thursday (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM)
Friday - Sunday (10:30 AM - 4:30 PM)

Do you have young ones? Need to get out of the house this summer? Be sure to come by the Museum and visit our new “Pop Shop” Play area. This interactive playscape allows kids up to eight years old an opportunity to use their imaginations to run a soda factory, complete with bottling stations, capping stations, and even an Arlington Club delivery truck. While you’re here, learn about the history of the actual Arlington Club Beverage Company, and even enjoy a cold sarsaparilla just like the ones made by F.W. Muller!
FREE

Located in the Heritage Gallery
NEW FAMILY EVENT!
AUGUST RECAP
World Explorers Camp
July 30-August 3

Campers "visited" France, Germany, the UK, China by learning about each culture, tasting regional foods, and participated in traditional crafts and games.



History of.... Camp
August 6-10

Did you know the cellphone was first invented in Schaumburg? Campers learned about that and other other everyday items invented in Illinois, such as the tractor and the zipper.

Pioneer Adventure Camp
August 13-17

Campers experienced what life would have been like as if they were kids during the pioneer days by churning butter, experiencing a schoolhouse lesson, trying blacksmithing, making corn husk dolls and more!




T he Museum is growing and we need your help!

There are many opportunities available for everyone!

  • Farmers Market set up and tear down (flexible) (6/2-10/13)

  • Halloween Event (10/20) Many openings available.

  • Help our Curator with ongoing tasks involving the collections. (Flexible)

  • Become a Docent (Flexible)

  • Become a Historical Society Board Member

  • Join a Committee (ongoing) Many to choose from such as: Farmers Market, Membership, Collections, Fundraising, and more!


Contact: Carol Frieburg or call the Museum
847-255-1225
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
NEW MEMBERS

Goldfish Swim School
Josephine O'Hagan
Ayman Tabani
RENEWED MEMBERS

Stacey Collignon
Ron & Diane Crawford
Sandy Kaempen
Clara Stone
Steve Martini & Daisy Kessler
Stan Stec

IN MEMORIAM
Georgie Wiltse - Society Board Member and Longtime Volunteer
Nancy Marum - Dedicated History Library Volunteer
Old Halloween Decorations Collecting Dust?

We can help!
DONATIONS ARE STILL NEEDED
FOR THE NEW HALLOWEEN EVENT:
All Hallow's Eve .

Please contact the Museum to schedule a drop off or for more information.
847-255-1225
REQUESTED ITEMS

* Skeletons (large and small)
* Plastic pumpkins/jack-o-lanterns
* Black and gray fabric
* Cobwebs
* Plastic rats, spiders, bats, etc..
* Skulls and bones
* Halloween plastic fencing
* Velvet fabric in colors of black, burgundy, purple
* Gargoyles
* Orange, black, amber, purple string lights
* Hanging ghosts/phantoms
* Adult witch costume (or parts of one)
* Tombstones
Looking Ahead
White Glove Tour
October 12
All Hallow's Eve
Family Event
October 20



Hauntingly Historic Halloween
October 22
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Arlington Heights Historical Museum | 847-255-1225 | 110 W. Fremont St.