Looking to bring a little local history to your organization or classroom? Our Director, Emily Dattilo, has prepared presentations on a variety of topics related to Mount Prospect history. These presentations last approximately half an hour with an additional 15 minutes afterwards for questions. They are primarily written for an adult audience, but most could be adapted to a younger audience. We request a $75 honorarium for each presentation, but we can work with your group’s budget.
Locations
- On-site at the Mount Prospect Historical Society
- Central School or Education Center
- May include a tour of the Dietrich Friedrichs House upon request
- Off-site
- Mount Prospect Village Hall
- Mount Prospect Public Library meeting rooms
- Club meeting locations
- Local schools
- Special events
Topics
Mount Prospect Historic Sites
- Historical Society Director and author Emily Dattilo will share some of the stories and photos that she gathered while writing the book, Mount Prospect Historic Sites.
Remembering Randhurst
- Take a walk down memory lane as we review the history of Randhurst Shopping Center. We’ll cover the mall’s exciting beginnings through its transformation into today’s Randhurst Village.
Mount Prospect in the 1960s
- The 1960s were a time of immense change and growth for Mount Prospect. We’ll explore highlights from this decade as the town transformed from a small farming community to a bustling suburb of Chicago.
Dressing for a New Era: Shopping for Clothes in Post-War Mount Prospect
- Where did Mount Prospect residents shop for clothes in the 1950s and 1960s? Over these years and many changing styles, new businesses opened up in town, offering unprecedented variety to local shoppers. Learn what Mount Prospect wore and where they purchased those clothes during this transformative time period.
Keeping Hometown Memories Alive
- This presentation introduces audiences to the Mount Prospect Historical Society and the resources and opportunities we offer to community members.
Please email info@mtphistory.org or call (847) 392-9006 to schedule a presentation for your group. We look forward to sharing local history with you!