Riverside's gracious parks and commons are the perfect setting for your next outdoor retreat.

This charming yet sturdy wicker picnic basket comes stocked with four botanical plates, utensils, cloth napkins, wine glasses, a wine opener, an artisanal cutting board, a set of cheese knives, and a handy LED lantern.

As no picnic is complete without treats, a bottle of Rième French sparkling lemonade and a 2021 Old Stake 1901 Cabernet Sauvignon are included, along with a $60 charcuterie certificate from Riverside's own ABIL Creations.

All you'll need is a blanket and a little sunshine!

Courtesy of: Riverside150, The Richards Family, ABIL Creations & Riverside Foods.

Celebrate the beauty and brilliance of Frederick Law Olmsted with this thoughtfully curated trio!

🌳 Signed copy of Olmsted’s Riverside by Cathy Jean Maloney – A gorgeous tribute to America’s most charming landmark village.

🌳 Higgins Glass Spring Tree – Handcrafted and signed, this one-of-a-kind piece brings artful serenity to any space.

🌳 Bestseller A Clearing in the Distance by Witold Rybczynski – A captivating biography of Olmsted’s vision and impact across America.

Perfect for local history lovers, landscape design fans, or anyone who loves trees and timeless design!

Courtesy of: Cathy Jean Maloney, The Richards Family, and Riverside150.

John C. Dore, Superintendent of Chicago Public Schools at the time of Riverside's conception, retained Calvert Vaux, of Olmsted & Vaux, to design his personal residence on Fairbank Road.

This handsome 8 x 10.5" steel engraved lithograph of Dore, with his signature under his image, was printed in 1876. It is in excellent condition.

The layered elegance of the matting and beaded frame harken back to the days when the Village was founded.

Perfect for educators or Riverside or Chicago history buffs!

Courtesy of: A. Marsh-Ozga and The Frame Doctor.

Cruise Riverside's winding roads and scenic bike routes on this classic, 60's era, Schwinn Twinn tandem bicycle!

Its charming wicker basket includes a refreshing Pinot Grigio from the Biltmore Estate, two wine glasses, an adorable embroidered tea towel, and a $150 tune-up certificate from Gears2You.

You'll be all set for the next Ride Riverside Slow Roll!

Courtesy of: Gears2You and The Richards Family.

Home is where the heart is, making this certificate for an 8x10" custom painting of your home by Melissa Hannon Watercolor a perfect keepsake or gift for someone special.

The accompanying image (for illustrative purposes only) shows how the artist marries architecture and the surrounding landscape with the romance of watercolor.

Conditions: The home to be rendered must be located within 10 miles of Riverside, Illinois. Matting and framing of the watercolor are not included.

Don't let this unique opportunity pass you by!

Courtesy of: Melissa Hannon Watercolor.

Bring the spirit of nature indoors with this charming duo:

🦊 Ceramic Footed Bowl – Featuring a sculpted fox circling a tree base, this rare vintage piece adds rustic elegance to any space. It is in as-is condition, having been lovingly repaired. All woodland charm is preserved.

📚 Olmsted: Writings on Landscape, Culture, and Society – A stunning hardcover collection of Frederick Law Olmsted’s most influential essays and insights.

Perfect for lovers of the outdoors, classic design, and timeless American thought.

Courtesy of: The Richards Family

Toast to Riverside's 150th in timeless style with this sparkling celebration bundle:

🍾 8 Tiffany Trumpet Champagne Flutes – Sleek, sophisticated, and perfect for making a statement at your next gathering.

🥂 Glass Wine Bucket – Crystal-clear, yet sturdy. Ready to chill your finest bottle.

🎉 Bottle of Biltmore Brut – A crisp, festive sparkler straight from the Biltmore Estate.

Perfect for weddings, anniversaries, New Year’s Eve, or any moment worth celebrating in style!

Courtesy of: M.R. Richards

Travel back in time to 1875 with this stunning handmade reproduction carpet bag by the Clever Carriage Company.

👜 Richly detailed needlepoint tapestry is accented with luxurious crocodile leather handles and trim, and fully lined with romantic floral fabric and ribbon. 16.75" x 6" x 7.5", with 4" handle drop.

Care, craft, and quality make this functional and fabulous heirloom perfect - as ever - for day trips by train from Riverside to Chicago. All aboard!

Courtesy of: M. Richardson

Add a touch of glamour to your table with this stunning duo:

✨ Neiman Marcus Gold & Silver Serving Spoons – Intricately detailed with floral motifs, these statement pieces bring old-world charm with a modern twist. Beautifully boxed for presentation or gifting.

🦚 Iridescent Carnival Glass Bowl – Featuring a vibrant peacock-blue sheen and detailed embossed design, this scalloped-edge bowl is as eye-catching as it is functional.

Perfect for special occasions, high-end entertaining, or collectors of vintage-inspired treasures.

Courtesy of: A Friend of Riverside150

This beautifully curated set is a nod to Frank Lloyd Wright's transition from the prairie style, of which the Tomek House and Coonley Estate are shining examples, to his abstract work at the Hollyhock House. It includes:

🏛 Cast Concrete Relief Panel – A detailed architectural reproduction from the Hollyhock House, echoing Wright’s iconic geometry and vision.

🌸 Hollyhock Seeds – Aline Barnsdall’s favorite flower, perfect for adding historic charm to your garden.

📘 “Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House” by Donald Hoffmann – A richly illustrated book telling the story of this architectural masterpiece, its symbolism, and its cultural significance.

Perfect for fans of design, history, and anyone who finds inspiration in the intersection of nature and architecture.

Courtesy of: Laura Comer, Parkview Events Chicago, and Riverside150.

Chris Neumer of Twenty Seven and a Half Photography is known for his striking and imaginative images of Riverside.

The Water Tower Park is an exquisitely rendered 12x18" black and white photograph matted on antique white board for a timeless, yet contemporary, overall effect.

Neumer presents us with a place most Riversiders see every day, but in a way we don't usually see it: with roads and sidewalks strongly evoking the meandering Des Plaines under a seemingly endless sky.

Courtesy of: Twenty Seven and a Half Photography

Behold! A 1875 hand-tinted Illinois railroad map by Asher & Adams depicting Riverside in the year of its incorporation!

Measuring approximately 17x25" this rare, 150 year old artifact was once part of a larger railroad atlas.

It is in very good condition and has been professionally matted on antique white board by Riverside's own Frame Doctor.

Courtesy of: A Marsh-Ozga and The Frame Doctor

John James Audubon Plate 478, Red Throated Diver. 1st Royal Octavo Edition.

This original hand-colored lithograph with original text was printed in 1840-1844 as part of Audubon's first octavo edition - miniatures which made his Birds of America more affordable and available to a wider audience.

Measuring approximately 6.5 x 10.25," this piece exhibits remarkable attention to quality and detail, as well as meticulous fidelity to Audubon's larger work.

It is exquisitely housed in a 13.5 x 17.25" gold finished corner frame with an archival hand-wrapped silk mat and UV resistant acrylic glazing.

Collectors of fine art and bird lovers alike can't help but fall in love with the Red Throated Diver. Make this yours while you can, as glimpsing one in flight over Riverside during fall migration is a rarity.

Courtesy of: Joel Oppenheimer, Inc., Chicago

Double Breasted Wool Princess Coat with bead and brocade detail. Original Field Leiter & Co. label.

In 1875, women in Riverside might very well have looked to Field Leiter & Co of Chicago (predecessor of Marshall Fields) for the latest fashions.

This jet black wool, collared double breasted princess coat with fabric covered buttons surely fit the bill - meticulously handcrafted and embellished, yet demure.

Size XS, narrow cut.

Laying flat:

Length neck seam to hem: 20"

Shoulder to shoulder: 37"

Shoulder to cuff: 15-15.5"

Waist: 16.5"

Hips: 14.5-15"

Condition is very good, with expected wear for age. Mannequin is included for the winner's convenience.

If you are a lover of fashion, textile art, or Riverside or Chicago history, you need to see this beauty in person. It will speak to you through time.

Courtesy of: A. Marsh-Ozga and Riverside150.

Emery E. Childs, an original member of the Riverside Improvement Company, was passionate about history.

"A History of the United States 1492-1885" by Emery E. Childs was published in 1886 and presents a detailed chronological account of key events shaping North America from Columbus' arrival to the late 19th century.

This volume is bound in the original publisher's green cloth with gilt vignette on cover and gilt title on spine. Wear commensurate with age. Floral end papers. Interior is pleasantly toned and clean. Tight. Few page chips p. 217-34 on fore edge.

Get to know the mindset of one of Riverside's founders with this rare find!

Interested bidders who wish to inspect this item at the Soiree may do so with the assistance of the auction supervisor.

Courtesy of: A. Marsh-Ozga

One-of-a-kind! A collection of hand-labeled botanical samples dating back to 1875.

This leather bound scrap book, made in England, contains samples likely collected in a U.S. hardiness zone warmer than Riverside's at the time. The binding is in very good condition. The specimens are fragile.

A small paperback notebook of botanical observations in elegant script accompanies the scrapbook. Its binding is fragile.

In assessing the scrapbook contents, Riverside Forester Michael Collins opined: "White oak is native. Bald cypress is native to Illinois, but is a southern leaning species. This is a tree I plant in anticipation of climate change."

Anyone with an interest in botany, ecology, or the environment as it relates to Riverside will find this 150 year old amateur collection fascinating!

Interested bidders who wish to inspect this delicate collection at the Soiree may do so with the assistance of the auction supervisor.

Courtesy of: A. Marsh-Ozga

The iconic Higgins Glass Studios has created a special, limited-edition, plate to commemorate the Village of Riverside's 150th anniversary.

This 9.5" diameter plate features "Riverside 1875-2025" in white on a field of blue with green and white accents. The blue is a symbolic reference to the Des Plaines River, and the green represents our abundance of trees.

Each plate is handcrafted. Minor bubbles add to the uniqueness and authenticity of this jewel-like treasure. Your special Higgins Glass Sesquicentennial piece is sure to appreciate in value in the years to come.

Courtesy of: Higgins Glass Studios, Riverside.

Handmade around 1890, this 64x68" antique quilt is a real stunner.

Each square measures 5x5" and is made up of 5 one inch logs including woolens and flannels in solids, plaids, stripes, checks and tweeds. The fine, even stitching throughout is a hallmark of the quality of this piece. The binding is turned over from the back in a navy blue cotton fabric that was replaced in 1970.

Condition is good, with expected wear for age.

Courtesy of: Mary F. Richardson, Mantoloking, NJ

As a tribute to Riverside on its 150th anniversary, Sikora Glass Studio presents a modern rendition of four beloved Riverside landmarks: the Water Tower, the Library, the Swinging Bridge, and our gas lamps.

From Mark Sikora's original designs to 5x7" glass molds laser etched in the Spot (the Riverside Public Library's Maker Space) to firing and hand-framing, this piece provides a window of sorts into the labor of love that's been invested in Riverside over the years.

Riverside in Glass comes equipped with top mounted hardware so it can be hung in your window as you gaze through it to the beautiful Riverside landscape beyond.

Courtesy of: Sikora Glass Studio

Colorsmith Stained Glass Studio in Riverside has a national reputation for excellence for liturgical work, and for the restoration of Frank Lloyd Wright designed art glass windows. They also apply their considerable talents toward custom commissions.

For Riverside's Sesquicentennial, Colorsmith presents a limited edition window depicting a hand-painted and signed rendition of our beloved water tower nestled in Centennial Plaza, surrounded by panels of leaded art glass. It is framed in wood and is equipped with mounting hardware at the top.

A simply gorgeous tribute to 150 years!

Courtesy of: Colorsmith Stained Glass Studio