Lombard Historical Society

“As the stewards of Lombard’s heritage, we will make the past meaningful in order to impact our community’s present and future.”

The Lombard Historical Society celebrates Lombard’s heritage by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of Lombard and operates the Victorian Cottage Museum, the Carriage House and the Society’s Archives at 23 W. Maple Street, and the Sheldon Peck Homestead, a National Park Service Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Site, at 355 E. Parkside Avenue in Lombard.

The Lombard Cemetery (formerly Babcock’s Grove Cemetery) is maintained by the Lombard Cemetery Committee which is composed of members from the Lombard Park District, Lombard Historic Commission, Lombard Historical Society, the Lombard Garden Club, and the Village of Lombard.

Mission Statement
The Lombard Historical Society endeavors to cultivate a deep appreciation and comprehension of our community’s rich history. We encourage visitors to delve into our past through interactive exhibitions, educational programming, and gaining insights from our collections. We are committed to the preservation, interpretation, and celebration of Lombard’s past, inspiring a vibrant and inclusive future. -Updated 2024

Vision Statement
As the stewards of Lombard’s heritage, we will make the past meaningful to impact our community’s present and future.

Sharing Lombard’s History; The Lombard Historical Society maintains three historic buildings open to the public. Discover Lombard’s history through tours and exhibits.