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A parade through downtown celebrating 100 years of settlement in Algonquin. Photo taken on June 8, 1935.

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The History of McHenry County Roads 1837-1960 - RO

The Wednesday Mix - Adults 55+

2026-04-29 14:00:00 2026-04-29 15:00:00 America/Chicago The History of McHenry County Roads 1837-1960 - RO Learn the backstory of the roads of McHenry County with retired history teacher Robert Frenz. Drop-ins are welcome! Register to receive a reminder. Harnish Main - Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Wednesday, April 29
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-29 14:00:00 2026-04-29 15:00:00 America/Chicago The History of McHenry County Roads 1837-1960 - RO Learn the backstory of the roads of McHenry County with retired history teacher Robert Frenz. Drop-ins are welcome! Register to receive a reminder. Harnish Main - Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Harnish Main

Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Learn the backstory of the roads of McHenry County with retired history teacher Robert Frenz. Drop-ins are welcome! Register to receive a reminder.

The American road has been celebrated in our lexicon, lore, legend, books, movies and songs.  In 1837 three men surveyed a road from present day Algonquin, crossing the English prairie to McHenry . . . you know this road today as Route 31!  Join retired history teacher and President of the McHenry County Historical Society Board, Robert Frenz, to hear stories of McHenry County roadways from 1837-1960.

Come early for coffee and conversation beginning at 1:30 pm. The program will begin promptly at 2 pm. 

AAPLD embraces inclusivity in its programs and services. To request accommodations, please email [info@aapld.org] or call (847) 458-6060 x143 at least 7 days in advance.
 

 

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