A Brief History of the Reintroduction of the Native Americans Into Illinois

A Road Scholar Program by Gerald Savage (Hochunk Native American)

When

Nov 15, 2025
12:00pm–2:00pm

Where

Elgin Public Museum
225 Grand Blvd
Elgin, IL 60120

Cost

Free

Chief White Winnebago will introduce participants to the culture and history of the HoChunk nation. He will examine the history of his tribal territory and settlements, how his family was relocated into Starved Rock, tribal names and culture, his regalia, and artifacts.

This event is Free and Open to the public. For more information, please contact Sharry Blazier at blazier_s@cityofelgin.org.

Learn more about Gerald Savage, this program, and how to book it here.

Host Organization

Elgin Public Museum

Contact

Suite 650, 125 South Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60603

312.422.5580 312.374.6787

info@ilhumanities.org

600 Troy Road
N4, Room 207
Edwardsville, IL 62025

618.468.5580

statewide@ilhumanities.org

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