Gapers Block has ceased publication.
Gapers Block published from April 22, 2003 to Jan. 1, 2016. The site will remain up in archive form. Please visit Third Coast Review, a new site by several GB alumni.
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Sunday, December 12 2004
An 1860s Holiday @ Evanston Historical Society
The Evanston Historical Society, (225 Greenwood St.), hosts “An 1860s Holiday,” a free drop-in holiday open house today from 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your family and learn how Americans decorated Christmas trees in this era, taste some 1860s holiday treats, craft a period toy to take home, and learn about traditional Sacred Harp singing. Then, stroll through the Dawes House to see decorations recreating the lavish holiday customs of three different historical eras.
Winter Festival of Art
Head on down to the Chicago Arts District this weekend at South Halsted and 18th Street for their gala Winter Festival of Art. More than 50 artists will have their galleries and studios open all weekend long. The monthly Second Friday gallery openings will kick-off the festival tomorrow starting at 6pm. Then the event continues Saturday from 12-7pm and Sunday from 12-5pm. Visit the website for more information.
