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Events
Don’t miss out on the excitement! Take a look at the calendar below to for upcoming events. Our goal is to bring history to life and create lasting memories with our events. Explore what’s happening and join us for an experience you won’t forget!
- Jul 03, 2025, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PMVillage Sports Core Fields, 700 Oak Brook Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA
- Oct 24, 2025, 7:00 PMBronswood Cemetery, 3805 Madison St, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USASAVE THE DATE! Join the Oak Brook Historical Society in the 1st Annual Historic Cemetery Walk at Bronswood Cemetery!

Previous Events
Check out some of our previous events from captivating lectures to community gatherings! Our events showcase the rich stories and traditions that connect us all. Take a look—you might just find inspiration for your next visit!

Veterans Day Event Poster
American flag on black background with words to promote Oak Brook's Veteran's Day

Dick VanDerst
Veteran speaking at Oak Brook's Veteran's Day

Elizabeth Arts
Elizabeth Arts presenting at Veteran's Day

Veterans Day Event Poster
American flag on black background with words to promote Oak Brook's Veteran's Day
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Veteran's Day
Oak Brook Historical Society President Elizabeth Arts opened the solemn ceremony at Oak Brook Village Hall and introduced veteran Drs. John Belmonte and Dick VanDerst who shared their story of service in the Armed Forces. On behalf of Oak Brook's first responders, Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis salutes all veterans living and fallen in the line of duty for their service to the United States of America while Historical Society Vice President Lisa Griiffith shares the history of the society's Digital Honor Roll of Veterans before presenting the ever-growing scrolling tribute for 2024.
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