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History Symposium 

10th Annual Lake County History Symposium

Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Lake County Transportation


From railroads to car racing and leisure boating, Lake County has a long transportation history. Join us at the 10th annual Lake County History Symposium to hear local transportation stories, January 9 and 16, 2025 from 6:30–8:30 pm. Each day will feature three unique presentations, followed by engaging discussions and Q&A sessions with the speakers.

The Symposium is an annual gathering of people interested in the history of Lake County, Illinois. 

Questions? Contact Sarah Salto at ssalto@LCFPD.org or 847-514-6749.


Find Presentation Details and Get Tickets

Join the presentations on Zoom, Thursday, January 9 and 16, from 6:30–8:30 pm.

FREE, but must register for each day you would like to attend.


Vintage photo of cars and scooters driving through the city

Vintage photo of trolley car, automobiles and bicycles driving through the city

Vintage photo of 4 people in a row boat at Ray Lake

Old photo of amphibian plane landing in Round Lake, Round Lake, Illinois