Posts Tagged 'History'

Presentation on Underground railroad and history of Payson

By Travis on February 14, 2010

The Gardner Museum presents a presentation on the Underground Railroad sitea and History in Payson, IL. The event is free to members. Come learn more about the rich history of the area in the Underground Railroad. Call (217) 224-6873 for more info.

QPL presents: Making Maki Sushi: A Teen Sushi Workshop

By Travis on January 16, 2010

On Saturday, January 30th from 1pm to 3pm The Quincy Public Library Presents: Making Maki Sushi: A Teen Sushi Workshop
The hottest craze hitting the gastronomic stage is sushi. The traditional form of sushi is fermented fish and rice, preserved with salt in a process that has been traced to Southeast Asia, where it remains [...]

The Edge of the Tracks

By Travis on November 9, 2009

The next time you find yourself in Clat Adams park look towards the bay. You will noticed two large stone foundations rising from the water. A small replica of a lighthouse sits on one foundation which is found on the southeast region of Quinssippi island. On the Quincy side you will find the pier restaurant [...]

Lincoln Legacy Festival

By Travis on September 26, 2009

Come celebrate the grand opening of the city’s new Lincoln-Douglas Debate Interpretive Center

Don’t miss the final Historic Walking Tour

By Travis on September 16, 2009

The final Historical walking season which features Zwick Row.

The Blind Man’s Axe

By Travis on August 30, 2009

An unsolved Mystery from the area’s past left two people dead and changed the life of one man.

Take me to the river

By Travis on July 15, 2009

Learn more about the lifeblood of Quincy on a historical walking tour of Quincy’s riverfront.

King of the Castle Part 2: Getting to know George

By Travis on June 24, 2009

Utilizing historical newpaper archives, a profile starts to develop about this eccentric Quincian