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Joiner History Room

103 East State Street, Sycamore, IL 60178

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The Joiner History Room is a cooperative effort of the DeKalb County Board, the County Judiciary, the County Clerk’s Office, the County Facilities Management Office, Sycamore Library and DeKalb County Citizens concerned with safeguarding their historical documents. The Joiner History Room is an archives that has many items of museum quality. Our historical materials date back to the hand written minutes of the first session of the County Commissioners in 1837. As there has never been a fire to destroy any of the county valuable historical files, they have been meticulously preserved to meet the needs of today’s researchers. The collection includes Civil War papers, newspaper files, old photographs and numerous boxes of manuscript materials.

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Sycamore Farmers Market

DeKalb County History Center •  Aug 04 @ 3PM

The Sycamore Farmers Market celebrates local agriculture, handmade goods, food, music, and community.

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Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee

Aug 13 – Aug 16 @ 7AM

The Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee is a four-day event that showcases historic machinery like steam engines and gas tractors.

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Ribs, Rhythm, and Brews Fest

Downtown Sycamore •  Aug 22 @ 4PM

Experience the mouth-watering flavors of award-winning rib vendors from across the region, sip on a variety of craft beers, and enjoy an electrifying lineup of musical…

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