Adult Programs

Check back in July for our Fall Program Schedule.

• Annual Cemetery Walk

Annual Cemetery Walk
October 16, 2013
Oswego Township Cemetery,
7 to 9 PM

The Oswegoland Heritage Association and the Oswego Public Library are teaming up for the 13th year to present the popular Oswego Cemetery Walk.

The event will be held in October at the Oswego Cemetery on South Main Street, Oswego. Beginning at 7 p.m., groups of approximately 15 people will be escorted to a series of grave sites to visit the “ghosts” who live there. Groups will leave every five to 10 minutes. The last group will lead off at 9 p.m.

The Oswego Cemetery Walk is held in the dark with only kerosene lanterns for illumination. Those attending should bring a flashlight, wear comfortable shoes, and expect moderate walking. Park on Main Street and use the south entrance to the Oswego Cemetery. There is no charge for the event, no seating is provided and there are no reservations. For more information, call Stephenie Todd, (630) 554-2321 or Nancy Finley, (630) 554-3150, or send an e-mail to info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org.

 

• Veterans Remembrance

Little White School Museum's Veterans Day Remembrance featuring a display of military artifacts from the museum's collection. Featured will be uniforms, equipment used by soldiers from Oswego during World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam war along with a wall of honor with photographs of the soldiers. Also, the permanent military display in the museum will be available for viewing. Bring the whole family! The event is FREE.

November 9, 2013, Saturday, 9 AM to 4 PM
November 10, 2013, Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM
November 11, 2013, Monday, 12 PM to 4 PM

Children's Programs

• Stars and Stripes 4th of July Fun
  Create your own paper decorations to celebrate the holiday. Victorian paper fireworks, a stand-up star, and a cascade of stars mobile can all be made for your patriotic party or just for you to enjoy. Stop by anytime between 12:30 and 3:30pm to participate. Children must attend with an adult. Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.

  Ages 3 and up
  June 29 and June 30
  12:30 to 3:30 pm
  Free
  
  

PrairieFest

• Prairie Patch Quilt Show
  June 14 - 16, 2013
  Display your quilt at the Prairie Patch Quilt Show hosted by The Quilter's Dozen during PrairieFest weekend. Hours of the event are Friday and Saturday, 9:00am - 4:00pm, and Sunday noon - 4:00pm.
  
  Purchase a a raffle ticket during the Quilt Show to win a beautifully hand-quilted queen size quilt. Tickets can be purchased at the PrairieFest Welcome Booth or at the Little White School Museum during the Quilt Show.
  
  
  
  
  
  

Tours & Presentations

• Scout Group Tours – Tours that include a brief introductory lecture and tour of the museum are available for all ages of scout groups. Contact the museum for more details.

• School Group Tours – Tours that include an introductory lecture and tour of the museum are available for all grade levels. In addition we can also assist in designing special and custom programs. Contact the museum for more details.

• Civic Group Presentations – A number of presentations on the history of Oswego and the local area are available. Contact the museum for more details.