Join the Village of Elsah as they celebrate the rich history and heritage of one of Illinois’ most charming river towns through the Historic Elsah Foundation’s Hosmer-Williams Lecture Series. Free and open to the public, the 2026 series will take place at Farley Music Hall and feature engaging presentations exploring regional history, architecture, and culture.

2026 Lecture Series Schedule:
• June 18 — “The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis: An Illustrated Timeline” presented by John C. Guenther, Architect LLC
• September 17 — “Fredrick Oakes Sylvester” presented by Julie Dunn-Morton
• November 12 — “Levis Lodge” presented by John C. Guenther, LLC

The series follows a successful opening lecture, “Cahokia: America’s First City” with Bill Egan on May 14.
“Thank you for the wonderful turnout and refreshments provided at the first lecture. It was thought-provoking hearing about the ancient Cahokia civilization.” — Historic Elsah Foundation

Mark your calendars and discover the fascinating stories, landmarks, and people that continue to shape the Riverbend region.