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FREE VIP Member Event - The Father of the GI Bill

  • St. Charles History Museum 215 E Main St St Charles, IL, 60174 USA (map)

Join us for an exclusive evening with Roger Thompson Stelle, author of Father of the G.I. Bill, as he shares the untold story of his father John Stelle, the visionary Illinois statesman whose legacy lives on through one of the most transformative programs in American history.

This FREE event is exclusive to VIP members of the St. Charles History Museum.

🖼️ The evening will feature a presentation and a display of rare historical images—including this iconic photo of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the G.I. Bill, surrounded by veterans and advocates, with John Stelle among them.

🥂 Light refreshments will be served.

RSVP requested by June 19, 2025.

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Earlier Event: May 17
Downtown STC Walking Tour - 05/17/2025 @ 1:30PM

HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

monday* closed 

*Special tours may be scheduled ahead of time for any day of the week, including Monday

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