Plan to join the Ridge Historical Society (10621 S. Seeley Ave.) for an opening reception from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 22. After several weeks of renovation, RHS is eager to show off our new exhibit space in the former living room and foyer. New paint, updated lighting, modern window coverings, and an expanded exhibit floor plan accompany the new "Mapping the Ridge" opening. And for those of you who know the old living room well, there will be another surprise - but you have to come to RHS to see it.

The opening reception will offer visitors the first look at the new exhibit and renovated RHS, adult refreshments, and a chance to visit with friends and neighbors. The funds collected for the opening event will go toward continuing upkeep and renovation of the Graver Driscoll House.

"Mapping the Ridge" will feature our in-house collection of maps and photographs. Maps represent a scale model of the world and have many uses: navigational, political , and physical. Maps also are a major tool for historians tp interpret the past. They offer a source of primary historical evidence and offer visual confirmation of change over time.

The collection of maps include several unique historic aerial photographs, topographical and property maps of the Beverly/Morgan Park area, and historic street scenes of familiar places in our community. Each of these artifacts has a story to tell, and will engage exhibit participants in reminiscences of their own.

The cost is $25/person and $45/couple for RHS members; $30/person and $50/couple for nom-members.

The exhibit will continue throughout the fall and winter and will be open for viewing during the usual RHS public hours, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments to view the exhibit at other times may be made by phoning 773-881-1675. School groups are invited to RHS to view this exhibit or for other programming, and should also call ahead to make arrangements.