Naper Settlement

One of our generous board members, Nick Stenger, recently shared why he supports the Naperville Heritage Society (and why you should, too!). https://lnkd.in/gF97sv4Y

Congratulations to our President & CEO Macarena Tamayo-Calabrese for being named Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Network's 2024 4th Quarter Gottfried Woman of the Quarter! ?? This award celebrates women who bring HER BEST to their work, community, and the NACC business network. Check out the Q&A with Macarena Tamayo-Calabrese: https://lnkd.in/gxiabNqH There will also be a Gottfried Woman of the Quarter 2024 Celebration, hosted by the NACC Women in Business Committee on December 11! Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gUrHTQA9

Today, November 15, is National Philanthropy Day! ?? We want to take this opportunity to recognize those whose dedication and generosity have advanced our mission. From Caroline Martin Mitchell to the Benck, Birck, and Stenger families, and to all our donors and volunteers – thank you! Your contributions make a difference to our museum and to your community.

You're invited to our Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 4 from 5-7PM! ??? Sponsored by the Stenger Family, many of our buildings, along with the evergreen tree near our main entrance, will be illuminated for all to enjoy. In addition to the museum lighting ceremony at 5:15PM, the event will feature time to visit with Santa, complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, and an opportunity to write a letter to Santa. ?? RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/dkB53i6Z

Calling all local wedding industry professionals! ??? We're looking for vendors for our Wedding Showcase on January 18, 2025. Wedding Showcase offers local businesses an intimate setting to connect with hundreds of couples looking to plan their wedding in the western suburbs. Learn more about becoming a vendor and apply: https://lnkd.in/g3UHFVrf

Another Naper Settlement special events season is complete! Our events wouldn't be possible without the support of our AMAZING volunteers. We want to give a big shout out to all of those who volunteered at our events in 2024 and helped make them so successful. We greatly appreciate you all. THANK YOU! ??

We had a HOWLIN' good time at our Halloween bash for adults (21+), Howlin' at the Moon! ?? Thanks to everyone who came out last weekend to celebrate with us. We hope you enjoyed the activities, performances, and live music.

All Hallows Eve was so much fun last weekend! ???? Thank you to everyone who attended the event. We hope you enjoyed all the magic, monsters, and mythical entertainment!

Thank you to everyone who attended our Oktoberfest earlier this month! ????

While we celebrate agriculture every day, today is National Farmer's Day! ?? Naper Settlement takes pride in educating the next generation of ag professionals and sharing the community’s farming history. ???? Make a gift today to support this important work: https://lnkd.in/gihzTTWk