Upcoming Events
Farmers Market 2026 – Special Opening Hours!
The Tinley Park Historical Society will be open every Saturday of the Tinley Park Farmers Market season for 2026 from 10am-12pm. Please stop in and visit!
Battle of the Arts with Vogt Visual Arts Center
Saturday, June 6, 2026 – 10:00am-4:00 pm
Vogt Visual Arts Center, 17240 S. 67th Street
AND the Historical Society Landmark Chapel
The Tinley Park Historical Society and the Vogt Visual Arts Center are proud to present a Battle of the Arts Artisan Festival, Saturday, June 6. Guests can watch live artists and musicians and enjoy concessions from local food trucks. Artists will be judged on talent for a chance to win a cash prize. This family-friendly event is FREE and open to the public.
Concert: Abraham Lincoln in Song
Saturday, June 13 – 1:00-3:00 pm
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
The Tinley Park Historical Society and the Orland Historical Society invite you to join us for a FREE concert by renowned artist Chris Vallillo. This concert is extensively researched and historically accurate.
The life of Abraham Lincoln spanned a period of change, growth and struggle in our young nation, and the music of his era movingly characterizes these remarkable times. From his days as a flat-boater, through his time at New Salem, his years as a circuit lawyer and on up through his presidency, Lincoln’s life is a microcosm of the development of Illinois during that period. Special emphasis is places on showing Lincoln’s unique bond with the common man and his desire for reconciliation, not revenge.
Concert: The Farmer Is the Man
Saturday, August 29 – 1:00-3:00 pm
Stellwagen Farm, 17701 S. 108th Avenue, Orland Park
The Tinley Park Historical Society and the Orland Historical Society invite you to join us for a FREE concert by renowned artist Chris Vallillo. This concert is extensively researched and historically accurate.
Farming has always been the backbone of rural America, and that heritage has been presented in an extensive body of traditional and contemporary folk songs. From traditional songs to the dust bowl ballads of Woody Guthrie to the works of contemporary songwriters, the subject of farm life has long been fertile ground for folk musicians. Understanding how farming and agriculture are changing is critical to directing the future of Illinois and its citizens, both rural and urban.
Past Events
Around the World from A to Z with Ron Centanni
Sunday, April 26, 2026 – 2:00-4:00 pm
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
Local traveler and photographer Ron Centanni has traveled around the world, visiting over one hundred countries across all seven continents! Join the Tinley Park Historical Society and guests as Ron shares his experiences and knowledge from his travels.
This event is FREE and no registration is required.
Christmas Market Open House at the Museum
Saturday, December 6, 2024 – 12:00-5:00 pm
Sunday, December 7, 2024 – 12:00-5:00 pm
Happy Holidays from your friends at the Historical Society! We invite one and all to visit us December 6 and 7 for live music, museum tours, hot chocolate & popcorn, and help us prepare letters and care packages for those in our armed forces who are overseas this winter.
Elvis Sings Again!
Sunday, November 9, 2025 – 1:00-3:00 pm
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
Back by popular demand! The Tinley Park Historical Society welcomes Hugo Colin, Chicago’s World Class Elvis Tribute Artist, to the Landmark Chapel for an afternoon of hip-shaking 1950s rock ‘n’ roll favorites.
Admission is FREE. We look forward to seeing you there!
Antique Presentations and Appraisals
Sunday, October 12, 2025
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
The Historical Society and the Tinley Park Public Library are partnering again for an afternoon with antiques appraiser Rex Newell. Learn about trends in the antiques market, see unique and interesting items appraised, and learn about their value.
Admission is FREE. Guests are not required to bring in an object for appraisal. We look forward to seeing you there!
A Day in the One-Room Schoolhouse
Sunday, September 28, 2025
12:00 – 4:00pm
Historical Society Museum, 6727 174th St., Tinley Park
Children in grades 1st through 8th will observe and experience what being a student was like in an 1800s one-room schoolhouse. We have gathered together facts, fiction, and fun to create a one-of-a-kind learning adventure. Children should be prepared to have fun as they take a step back in time.
This is a FREE event – registration required. Please call Connie at 708-257-1353 to register. Participation is limited to the first 20 registrants.
Tinley Park Block Party – Special Opening Hours!
Saturday, July 19 + Sunday, July 20, 2025
12:00 – 5:00pm (tours from 1:00-4:00pm)
Historical Society Museum, 6727 174th St., Tinley Park
Stop by the Museum while you enjoy live music, food, and games at the Tinley Park Block Party! Tours will be given from 1-4pm.
Christmas Open House at the Museum – Three days of fun!
Friday, December 6, 2024 – 6:00-8:00 pm
Saturday, December 7, 2024 – 2:00-8:00 pm
Sunday, December 8, 2024 – 2:00-4:00 pm
Happy Holidays from your friends at the Historical Society! We invite one and all to visit us December 6-8 for live music, museum tours, help yourself to hot chocolate & popcorn, and help us prepare letters and care packages for those in our armed forces who are overseas this winter.
LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6
6:00-7:00pm: Lou Man the Blues Man
7:00-8:00pm: Tinley Park District Children’s Choir
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
2:00-4:00pm: Max Kukla
All events are FREE. Come join the fun!
Elvis Sings Again!
Sunday, November 10, 2024 – 1:00-3:00 pm
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
The Tinley Park Historical Society welcomes Hugo Colin, Chicago’s World Class Elvis Tribute Artist, to the Landmark Chapel for an afternoon of hip-shaking 1950s rock ‘n’ roll favorites.
Admission is FREE. We look forward to seeing you there!
Antique Presentations and Appraisals
Saturday, October 12, 2024
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
The Historical Society is teaming up with the Tinley Park Public Library for an afternoon with antiques appraiser Rex Newell. Learn about trends in the antiques market, see unique and interesting items appraised, and learn about their value.
This event is FREE.
Tinley Park Block Party – Special Opening Hours!
Saturday & Sunday, July 16-17, 2022
Landmark Chapel, 6727 174th Street, Tinley Park
The Historical Society Chapel and Schoolhouse Museums will be open to the public during the Tinley Park Block Party. For more information about the Block Party, please visit the calendar at TinleyPark.org.
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