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SUMMARY:Pettengill-Morron House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places\, this Second Empire-style house was built in 1868 for hardware merchant Moses Pettengill. Completely renovated in 1945\, this historic home also showcases the treasures of the last owner\, Jean Morron. It was donated to the Peoria Historical Society after her death in 1967\, including her family collection of mid-18th century furnishings\, artwork\, artifacts and textiles\, as well as earlier treasures belonging to the Pettengill family. \nPettengill-Morron House \n1212 West Moss Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61606 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pettengill-morron-house-museum-open-39/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Pettengill-Morron House Museum\, 1212 W. Moss Avenue
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
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SUMMARY:Roll Out the Barrel Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:From 1850 to 1920\, the volume of whiskey distilled\, aged\, and bottled here in Peoria led to enormous fortunes being made and the birth of equally prosperous secondary industries such as stockyards and cooperages.  \nThis bus tour departs at 10 a.m. from the parking lot across from Kelleher’s Irish Pub (619 SW Water Street). Tours cost $20 per person and reservations are required. Visit 309tix.com to reserve a spot.
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/roll-out-the-barrel-bus-tour-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260906T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260906T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
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SUMMARY:John C. Flanagan House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, this American Federalist-style house was built\nin 1837 and is the oldest standing house in Peoria. Built on Peoria's East Bluff\, the property\noffers a spectacular view of the Illinois River Valley. Collections include period furniture\, china\,\ntools\, quilts\, and clothing. \nJohn C Flanagan House Museum \n942 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61603 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/john-c-flanagan-house-museum-open-30/2026-09-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T140000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260828T151354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T151503Z
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SUMMARY:Pettengill-Morron House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places\, this Second Empire-style house was built in 1868 for hardware merchant Moses Pettengill. Completely renovated in 1945\, this historic home also showcases the treasures of the last owner\, Jean Morron. It was donated to the Peoria Historical Society after her death in 1967\, including her family collection of mid-18th century furnishings\, artwork\, artifacts and textiles\, as well as earlier treasures belonging to the Pettengill family. \nPettengill-Morron House \n1212 West Moss Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61606 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pettengill-morron-house-museum-open-39/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Pettengill-Morron House Museum\, 1212 W. Moss Avenue
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T210000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260218T172441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T172441Z
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SUMMARY:Pizza with Petarde at Agatucci’s
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy dinner at Agatucci’s (2607 N. University) on the second Thursday of each month\, and the restaurant will make a generous donation to the Peoria Historical Society and the Italian American Society. Monies raised will be used to preserve and celebrate the artistic legacy of Joseph Petarde. In 2026\, wes also celebrate Agatucci’s as it enters its 100th year in business!
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pizza-with-petarde-at-agatuccis-7/
LOCATION:2607 N. University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260603T171339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T171339Z
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SUMMARY:Abraham Lincoln Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Peoria played a key role during Civil War days. Learn about Abraham Lincoln’s visits to Peoria\, local Civil War camps\, veterans buried at Springdale Cemetery\, and Peoria’s abolitionist effort. \nThis bus tour departs at 10 a.m. from the parking lot across from Kelleher’s Irish Pub (619 SW Water Street). Tours cost $20 per person and reservations are required. Visit 309tix.com to reserve a spot.
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/abraham-lincoln-bus-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T140000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260828T151354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T151503Z
UID:10003442-1789639200-1789653600@peoriahistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Pettengill-Morron House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places\, this Second Empire-style house was built in 1868 for hardware merchant Moses Pettengill. Completely renovated in 1945\, this historic home also showcases the treasures of the last owner\, Jean Morron. It was donated to the Peoria Historical Society after her death in 1967\, including her family collection of mid-18th century furnishings\, artwork\, artifacts and textiles\, as well as earlier treasures belonging to the Pettengill family. \nPettengill-Morron House \n1212 West Moss Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61606 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pettengill-morron-house-museum-open-39/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Pettengill-Morron House Museum\, 1212 W. Moss Avenue
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260630T184953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T185901Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Henri de Tonti Award Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Peoria Historical Society is privileged to honor Bradley University and James E. Shadid as recipients of the 2026 Henri de Tonti Award for community leadership \nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. \nThe Warehouse on State \nFor more information and sponsorship opportunities\, email executivedirector@peoriahistoricalsociety.org
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/2026-henri-de-tonti-award-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260603T171514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T171514Z
UID:10003369-1789812000-1789819200@peoriahistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Parks of Peoria Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1894\, the Peoria Park District was the first park district established in Illinois. It now encompasses almost 9\,000 acres of public land. Hear the story of how these areas of respite and recreation were developed. \nThis bus tour departs at 10 a.m. from the parking lot across from Kelleher’s Irish Pub (619 SW Water Street). Tours cost $20 per person and reservations are required. Visit 309tix.com to reserve a spot.
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/parks-of-peoria-bus-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260205T010018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T010018Z
UID:10000487-1789909200-1789920000@peoriahistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:John C. Flanagan House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, this American Federalist-style house was built\nin 1837 and is the oldest standing house in Peoria. Built on Peoria's East Bluff\, the property\noffers a spectacular view of the Illinois River Valley. Collections include period furniture\, china\,\ntools\, quilts\, and clothing. \nJohn C Flanagan House Museum \n942 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61603 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/john-c-flanagan-house-museum-open-31/2026-09-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260826T142601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T142601Z
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SUMMARY:Pettengill-Morron House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:September 20 @ 1 – 4 pm\nListed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places\, this Second Empire-style house was built in 1868 for hardware merchant Moses Pettengill. Completely renovated in 1945\, this historic home also showcases the treasures of the last owner\, Jean Morron. It was donated to the Peoria Historical Society after her death in 1967\, including her family collection of mid-18th century furnishings\, artwork\, artifacts and textiles\, as well as earlier treasures belonging to the Pettengill family. \nPettengill-Morron House \n1212 West Moss Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61606 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pettengill-morron-house-museum-open-37/
LOCATION:Pettengill-Morron House Museum\, 1212 W. Moss Avenue
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T180000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260625T194750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T184948Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club: The First Witch of Boston
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 20 at 4 PM The First Witch of Boston by Andrea Catalano \n\n\n\nBased on the true story of Margaret Jones\, the first woman to be found guilty of witchcraft in 17th century Massachusetts\, this book is at once the riveting story of a woman unjustly accused and a love story set amid the political and social turmoil of both Old and New England. Inspired by actual diary entries and court records\, history is brilliantly imagined. \nAll meetings take place at the John C. Flanagan House Museum 942 NE Glen Oak Avenue; free and open to the public. Please join us!
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/the-first-witch-of-boston-book-club/
LOCATION:John C Flanagan House Museum 942 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue
Peoria\, IL 61603 Free of charge\, John C Flanagan House Museum 942 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue
\, Peoria\, IL\, 61603
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T140000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260828T151354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T151503Z
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SUMMARY:Pettengill-Morron House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places\, this Second Empire-style house was built in 1868 for hardware merchant Moses Pettengill. Completely renovated in 1945\, this historic home also showcases the treasures of the last owner\, Jean Morron. It was donated to the Peoria Historical Society after her death in 1967\, including her family collection of mid-18th century furnishings\, artwork\, artifacts and textiles\, as well as earlier treasures belonging to the Pettengill family. \nPettengill-Morron House \n1212 West Moss Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61606 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pettengill-morron-house-museum-open-39/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Pettengill-Morron House Museum\, 1212 W. Moss Avenue
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260603T171742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T171742Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Springdale Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Historic Springdale Cemetery has an endless number of fascinating tales. Explore the oldest chartered cemetery in the state and enjoy the beautiful park-like setting as you hear about some famous individuals who lie in rest there. \n\nThis bus tour departs at 10 a.m. from the Peoria Heights Village Hall parking lot (4901 N. Prospect). Tours cost $20 per person and reservations are required. Visit 309tix.com to reserve a spot
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/historic-springdale-bus-tour-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030044
CREATED:20260701T142704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T142915Z
UID:10003434-1790514000-1790524800@peoriahistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Pettengill-Morron House Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places\, this Second Empire-style house was built in 1868 for hardware merchant Moses Pettengill. Completely renovated in 1945\, this historic home also showcases the treasures of the last owner\, Jean Morron. It was donated to the Peoria Historical Society after her death in 1967\, including her family collection of mid-18th century furnishings\, artwork\, artifacts and textiles\, as well as earlier treasures belonging to the Pettengill family. \nPettengill-Morron House \n1212 West Moss Avenue\nPeoria\, IL 61606 \nTickets $10 at the door or https://309tix.com/organizations/peoria-historical-society
URL:https://peoriahistoricalsociety.org/phs-event/pettengill-morron-house-museum-open-september-27-100-pm-400-pm/
LOCATION:Pettengill-Morron House Museum\, 1212 W. Moss Avenue
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