Presenting Daniel Overturf
Discover Illinois History Through the Lens
When: Friday, September 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Where: 110 East Cherry Street in Winchester, Illinois
Overturf brings the rich heritage, landscapes, and forgotten corners of Illinois to life through compelling stories and images. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a unique perspective on our state's historical footprint.
Daniel will share his stunning photography and depth of research captured across Illinois’ most legendary paths and historic routes.
Take a journey down the historic paths of the Prairie State!
"Every town has a route of origin. It might be an old Native American trail, a wagon road, a stagecoach route, or an interstate highway, and technically, it might not even be a road. It could be a railroad line. Our rivers and canals had landings and ferry crossings that became fertile ground for taverns and stores and blacksmith shops, many of them seeds that sprouted into villages and towns. Eventually, enough had sprouted to form the state of Illinois."
— Gary Marx, Co-Author "Illinois Trails and Traces: Portraits and Stories Along the State's Historic Routes"
Mark your calendar—we hope to see you there!
Official Portfolio & Website: danieloverturf.com
Illinois Humanities Speaker Profile: ilhumanities.org