Come celebrate spring with the Genuine Article! On Thursday, April 19^th from 5-8pm, get out for a few hours for a good cause! We are celebrating all the new products we’re getting in..Particia Locke..Firefly..and Lalo jewelry.

H’orderves and refreshments will be served, door prizes will be given out and we’ll have complementary massages and health demonstrations.. Don’t miss out!

The Genunine Article will be donating Lampwork Beads and 10% of the night to a wonderful organization, Beads-of-Courage, which helps children with serious illness, tell and own their stories of courage. During this event everyone is welcome to make a String-of-Strength Bracelet to help commemorate the evening and remind you of the power and strength you have to be courageous! (2-Bracelets for $15; all proceeds are given to the Beads-of-Courage).

The Genuine Article 201 W Front St, 630.690.2323, GenuineArticleWheaton.com
Jewelry • Gifts • Art Glass • Bead Studio • Classes • Parties.

Andersonville Prison & the Civil War

Thursday, April 12 – 7 PM

Over 45,000 Union soldiers were confined at Andersonville Prison, one of the largest military prisons established by the Confederacy during the Civil War. The prison operated for 14 months with poor sanitation, inadequate food, and overcrowding. In the summer of 1864 approximately 100 prisoners died every day from disease, malnutrition and exposure to the elements. Built to house 10,000 men, over 32,000 men were crowded in the 26 acre open stockade with 20 foot log walls. Hear how this compared to prisons in the North and what legal action was taken after the war ended. Admission fee applies.

Wheaton Civil War Fair

Friday, May 11—6:30 PM

During the Civil War both the North and the South were aided by the efforts of those left at home. Women made uniforms, knitted socks, sent food to the front lines, and raised money for their respected side. The Sanitary Commission, founded in 1861 sent women to nurse the wounded and improve the poor conditions and nutrition at the field hospitals and even in the camps. Lavish Fairs were hosted by local branches of the Sanitary Commission to raise funds through monetary donations and auctions. Chicago was the first to host a Sanitary Fair, called the Northwestern Soldiers’ Fair. It ran for 12 days and raised almost $79,000 for the war effort. The Wheaton Fair will replicate the Fairs during the Civil War by auctioning historic memorabilia along with other interesting items. The “hall” for the Fair will be filled with authentic Civil War memorabilia along with dinner. Music, “President and Mrs. Lincoln” and re-enactors will take part in the festivities. $50 per person.

Program and event fees benefit the Center for History and its education and preservation services.

Center for History • 630-871-6601 • info@wheatonhistory.com
315 W. Front St., 2nd Floor, Wheaton, IL
www.wheatonhistory.org

Girl Scouts of all ages and former scouts are invited to the Center for History (315 W. Front St., 2nd Floor) for games and activities scouts enjoyed over the last 10 decades. See eight vintage Girl Scout uniforms and photos of Juliette Low, the founder of Girl Scouts in the Center’s new exhibit, Juliette Low & Girl Scouts in the USA. See if you can “spy” the clues on the Decades of Fun Treasure Sheet. Stop by anytime from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. Troops welcome. Reservations appreciated. Special admission of $5 per person and there is no fee for members. Click here to learn more about the exhibit.

Prepare to be dazzled as the DuPage County Historical Museum hosts its annual Casino Night on Friday, March 2 from 6:30-10:00pm. Enjoy blackjack, roulette, and craps as we travel back in time to the glamorous era of the 1920s. $75.00 per person, with all proceeds benefiting the Museum Foundation (SB). Ages 21 & over.

Click here to buy tickets or to learn more.