These books can be ordered from the Society by mail. Please send your order to the above address.
Sycamore Historical Society & Museum
308 West State Street P.O. Box 502
Sycamore, IL. 60178
E-mail sychist@tbc.net
Publications
Available
These books can be ordered from the
Society by mail. Please send your order to the above address.
"Tours of Historic Houses and
Landmarks in Sycamore, Illinois"
This is a 40 page booklet that would serve as an ideal companion while you
take a walking tour
of Sycamore's historical districts. Each building and or house along the
way is described in detail
making your leisurely walk a joy. A must for anyone interested in
Sycamore's historical buildings
and homes. A small map is even included on the back cover.
Published by The Sycamore Historical Society & Museum ...
$5.00 plus $2.00 shipping.
"Captain Benjamin Page
A Forgotten Rhode Island Hero of the
American Revolution
Rediscovered in Sycamore, IL."
This is a beautifully bound 180 page book (2nd edition) written about a
Revolutionary War hero who came to be memorialized in Sycamore's beautiful
Elmwood Cemetery. At the age of 19, Capt. Page was one of 66 men who captured and burned the British ship HMS Gaspee. From 1772 to 1783 he served in the Rhode Island militia, it's navy, and the Continental Navy. The
son of Benjamin Page came to the Sycamore area in 1853 therefore, there is a monument in Sycamore's Elmwood Cemetery commemorating this hero of the American Revolution.
Written and published by Thomas E. Woodstrup.
Proceeds to assist the Sycamore Historical Society &
Museum ... $20.00 plus $4.00 shipping.
Rural School Journeys: A Legacy of
Learning.
Histories of the One-Room Schools in DeKalb County, Illinois
$32.00 plus $5.00 shipping
Sharing our Best Recipies for 125
years
The cookbook as created for Sycamore's 125th anniversary celebration by the 10
- Bit Committee. In addition to recipes submitted by local residents, there
are drawing of many historic buildings in town.
$6.00 plus $5.00 shipping
