Gaylord Building News

April 9, 2024 The Gaylord Building Historic Site announces the start of its new program series, Think & Drinks. These engaging and thought-provoking monthly presentations offer guests a unique opportunity

Please join us on Friday, July 7th for a gallery reception from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the Gaylord Building - First Floor Gallery

Join Gallery Seven and Lemont Artists Guild for a morning of plein air painting at the Gaylord Building Historic Site. Artists will set up on Lincoln Landing. Friday, July 21st 10-12pm.

The Lewis University History Center partnered with Second Baptist Church, Mount Zion Baptist Church, The National Hook-up of Black Women Joliet Inc., and Warren-Sharpe Community Center on this project, which focused on regional historical collections and allowed them to broaden their scope and facilitate the stories of historically marginalized peoples.

The annual Fridays in the Park concert series is returning to the Lincoln Landing beginning on Friday, June 2 at 7:00 p.m. Concerts will be held on the first Friday of each month through September (weather permitting).

Calling all young environmentalists and artists! The Gaylord Building staff is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting workshops for families and children this July 2022.

John Lamb's Wood Carving Tools The John Lamb Exhibit has been open for almost two months now, and we thrilled to have had visitors come in to enjoy it!  We understand

The John Lamb Exhibit is officially open.  We understand that it may be difficult for many to join us in person due to COVID-19 restrictions and winter weather conditions, so we

The Gaylord Building is Open Once Again We are very excited to officially welcome back guests today! The building will be open Tuesday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and

Caring By Sharing GivingTuesday is a global day of generosity that will take place on December 1, 2020.  The Gaylord Building Historic Site has experienced a disruption to critical revenue

The Gaylord Building Historic Site would like to send you and your loved ones very warm wishes for the beginning of the holiday season!  Due to the State's recent Tier