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Evanston History Center

Opens Sunday at 1:00 PM

Evanston

🏠'brought the "home" to life' — visitor review
🏖️Walk over to the lake after your tour
Check their accessibility notes before visiting

Step inside a lakeside Victorian mansion where the Dawes family story unfolds alongside Evanston's own history. The first floor dazzles with decorative arts and portraits, while upstairs dives deeper into local lore.

Victorian architecture
lakeside setting
historic house museum
local history

Upcoming events

Sunday, Aug 9
Getting out the Vote - Election Ephemera from Evanston to the White House

Getting out the Vote - Election Ephemera from Evanston to the White House

August 9

Political history on display.

Wednesday, Aug 12
Curiosity Cafes at the Dawes House - Great Lakes Recreational Sailing History

Curiosity Cafes at the Dawes House - Great Lakes Recreational Sailing History

August 12 at 12pm

Lunchtime history talks.

Saturday, Aug 15
Walking Tour: Evanston's Alleys

Walking Tour: Evanston's Alleys

August 15 at 11am

Backstreets & urban secrets.

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