Upcoming Events – Kenilworth Historical Society

2026 Biennial Dinner – Why Kenilworth

An Evening of History, Community and Connection

Thursday, October 29, 2026

6:00 – 9:30 PM

Kenilworth Assembly Hall,
410 Kenilworth Avenue

PROGRAM: Why Kenilworth?

How this tiny village compares and contrasts with its North Shore neighbors, which invites an engaging look at Kenilworth’s unique identity within the broader North Shore story.

HOST: Geoffrey Baer

WTTW Producer, Host. and Writer

For decades, multi-Emmy Award Winner Geoffrey Baer has been the host and writer of WTTW’s feature-length specials exploring the architecture, neighborhoods, and cultural life of Chicago and its suburbs. Beyond Chicago, Baer has hosted national PBS programs including “10 That Changed America“, bringing his curiosity and storytelling style to audiences across the country. A North Shore native, his deep familiarity with local history makes him uniquely suited for this year’s theme: “Why Kenilworth?”

Baer is currently producing an all-new WTTW special exploring Chicago’s northern suburbs and will share a special sneak preview during his keynote.

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DONATE: Reserve your Tickets

Please use our Donation page to reserve tickets for the 2026 Biennial Dinner today!

TICKETS : $150 for members / $175 for nonmembers

TABLE OF EIGHT : Available for $1200 for Members / $1400 for nonmembers

*Note: Please note that your payment for biennial dinner tickets is not tax deductible.

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Help Support the Evening: Become a Wine Angel

Please join us in making the 2026 Biennial Dinner an unforgettable evening by becoming a Wine Angel!

As a Wine Angel, your tax-deductible contribution will help underwrite the expense of providing alcoholic beverages for this special occasion. Your role as a Wine Angel includes recognition in our event program, acknowledging your valuable support of the Kenilworth Historical Society.

To participate, please add a note to your donation when making your donation. The suggested donation is $100, though any amount is appreciated.

Thank you!

Wine Angel Donations are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law.

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Kenilworth Walking Tours

Tour Dates: Sunday, August 16; Friday, September 4; and Sunday, September 27 – all at 1:30pm

Meet at the Kenilworth Train Station

$10 for members of the Kenilworth Historical Society (details below)

Tree Stories. Sheridan Road Elms 1848-1948 Medium

The Chicago Architecture Center’s popular Kenilworth Walking Tours are returning this summer. Explore the history of the earliest homes and buildings in the village designed by renowned Chicago architects. The 1-hour-45-minute tour is available on seven select dates (see schedule above). Each tour will start at the Kenilworth Train Station (400 Richmond Road) and end at the Kenilworth Historical Society. At the KHS, participants will have the chance to enjoy light refreshments and explore the gallery space.

Tickets for the tour can be purchased on the Chicago Architecture Center’s website Members of the Kenilworth Historical Society are eligible for discounted tickets priced at $10. To receive the promo code for discounted tickets, please contact the Kenilworth Historical Society.

Kenilworth Water Adventure Guide

Ages 6-11

All Summer through Friday, September 4

Free to participate!

Download Water Adventure Guide

This summer, set out as a water explorer with this activity booklet created by the Kenilworth Historical Society. Inspired by the new exhibit, Deep Dive: A History of Kenilworth’s Water Infrastructure and Lakefront, you’ll follow the journey of water from Lake Michigan to your home. The guide directs you to find important water locations across Kenilworth, such as the Water Tower and a Skokie Ditch bridge, and helps you make your own “Water Promise”.

Once completed, design a bookmark about water and bring your guide to the Kenilworth Historical Society by September 4th, 2026, for a prize. Prizes this year include candy, Homer’s Ice Cream gift cards, and other beach and summer themed prizes.

Pick up your guide at the Kenilworth Historical Society at 415 Kenilworth Ave or download it above. You can also visit the exhibit Deep Dive, open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 5pm.