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Fourth-graders become barn quilt artists

Fourth-grade students at Mary Endres and Greenwood elementary schools recently learned about the history of barn quilts before making a small version of their own.Art teacher Katie Wagner read a […]

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Sample historic recipes (virtually) at lecture series

Virtual programs will ensure continuation this spring of the Sampler Lecture Series of the McHenry County Historical Society.Last year’s schedule was cut short by COVID-related health concerns, and ongoing safety […]

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Vintage quilt display returns to Opera House

Historic quilts from the collection of the McHenry County Historical Society will be on display from Jan. 7 to Feb. 3 at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St. The […]

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Quilt honors WWI veterans

A hand-sewn quilt dedicated to a Woodstock couple was the prize in the “Forever Poppies” project of McHenry County Historical Society’s Heritage Quilters, Wendy Lauen of McHenry won the quilt […]

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