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Maplewood School: A Bittersweet Goodbye
Alumni, teachers and administrators reflect on Maplewood School’s rich legacy, rehash happy memories and vow to keep the school’s spirit alive long after the doors close.
The Home Front of World War II
Our community made sacrifices and learned a new way of life in support of the military during World War II.
Model A's & Sock Hops
McHenry County residents remember what life was like as teenagers in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and share their high school memories while reflecting on simpler times.
Railroading Through McHenry County
Railroading through McHenry County
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln Returns to Illinois 200 Years later.

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Maplewood School: A Bittersweet Goodbye

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
Maplewood School: A Bittersweet Goodbye Alumni, teachers and administrators reflect on Maplewood School’s rich legacy, rehash happy memories and vow to keep the school’s spirit alive long after the doors close.
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The Home Front of World War II

Written by Sandra Landen Macha
The Home Front of World War II Our community made sacrifices and learned a new way of life in support of the military during World War II.
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A Tradition of Baseball Celebrates 50 Years

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
A Tradition of Baseball Celebrates 50 Years This April, the Crystal Lake Babe Ruth Baseball League celebrates a half-century of serving the youth of McHenry County — thanks in no small part to the early support of Frank Repp, former league president.
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When Mink Was King

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
When Mink Was King Cary was once home to mink empire Northwood Fur Farm, a ‘magical place’ headed by community-minded entrepreneur Otto H. Grosse.
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The Northern Illinois Fire Museum

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
The Northern Illinois Fire Museum The Northern Illinois Fire Museum preserves our local firefighting heritage, and plans to develop a more permanent home for visitors to enjoy.
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‘An Absolute Pearl’

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
‘An Absolute Pearl’ Spring Grove long remained the largest fish hatchery in the United States due to its natural supply of pure spring water and its proximity to nearby lakes.
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Model A's & Sock Hops

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
Model A's & Sock Hops McHenry County residents remember what life was like as teenagers in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and share their high school memories while reflecting on simpler times.
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A Day at the Beach

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
A Day at the Beach The story behind Crystal Lake’s Main Beach and The Gates includes colorful tales of corporate greed, gangsters and eccentric tycoons, but most importantly, a triumph for conservation and community.
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Railroading Through McHenry County

Written by Jeff Ruetsche
Railroading Through McHenry County Railroading through McHenry County
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Lakeside Legacy Arts Park

Lakeside Legacy Arts Park - Dole Mansion

Here at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park you can step back to a simpler time to explore the craftsmanship and unexpected brilliance of a Civil War era architectural masterpiece - the historic Dole Mansion. The Dole guarantees to stop you in your tracks with its intricate wood carvings, dazzling parquet floors and stunningly beautiful grand staircase.

Today, the Arts Park is in its infancy. Officially opened on July 4, 2005, it is owned and operated by a the non-profit Lakeside Legacy Foundation, formed for the purpose of preservation, protection, and enhancement of the property. The vision: become a world-class arts education center.

County Historical Society

MCHS

McHenry County Historical Society - With a mission of providing the methods and means of presenting McHenry County history to enrich life. The comprehensive collection includes several preserved buildings, an 1847 log cabin, an 1885 town hall, an 1895 one-room schoolhouse, and a 20th century modern tourist cabin. Visit the museum in Union, Illinois to learn more about area history!

MC Conservation District

McHenry County Conservation District

McHenry County Conservation District - Over 22,000 acres of open space graced with woodlands, prairies, wetlands, and savannas. Trails and other recreational amenities have been added within 27 conservation areas where the public can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing, camping, cross-country skiing, and picnicking. Discover your District today!