Raised in Chicago, then residing in Lake Bluff and historic Fort Sheridan, Steve Draska is an adventurer, researcher, and avid history buff with an extensive travel history including scuba diving the oceans of the world. His program encompasses the story of Sheridan and Custer's early years, the Civil War, and the plains Indian Wars culminating at Little Big Horn and Pine Ridge Battle.

Please join us for a special afternoon hosted by the Highwood Historical Society. Free of charge, refreshments served.

TERRIFIC TOMATO CONTEST - Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
The summer growing season is underway and the Highwood Historical Society is again thrilled to hold its Annual Terrific Tomato Contest.

All residents of Highwood and all members of the Historical Society are eligible to submit their tomato to win the title of “Most Terrific Tomato in Town” and a cash prize of $100.00. Tomatoes will be weighed, calibrated, and judged at Celebrate Highwood’s GarlicFest on Wednesday, August 26th. We invite all gardeners of any age with any experience, to participate. It only takes one!

Join us as we celebrate the art of gardening in Highwood and add information to our ongoing Highwood Homes Project. Register using the link below, in person at any Highwood Wednesday Night Market in Everts park, via email: highwoodhistory@gmail.com, or via phone, 847-682-9039.