1920s Mystery Of Body Found In The Crystal Lake

“Dearly Departed: The Mystery of the Body in the Lake” will be presented on October 19 and 20 at the Colonel Palmer House, 660 East Terra Cotta Avenue (Route 176), Crystal Lake.

A body was found floating in the Crystal Lake and provided much for speculation but little for answers. How did the body get in the lake? Who was the victim? Was a crime committed?

This all took place during the time of prohibition, a time when the underworld, corruption, and the sale of bootleg alcohol became part of living, even for those residing in McHenry County.

The Crystal Lake Historical Society will present “Dearly Departed: The Mystery of the Body in the Lake” on October 19 and 20 at the Colonel Palmer House. The script was written by Sandy Price and is based on factual newspaper accounts detailing a major mystery in the 1920's that gave the local townspeople plenty on which to speculate. 

Become part of the story as you move through the historic home and meet with early 20th century residents as they reveal the facts of the matter.

Diana Kenny, President of the Crystal Lake Historical Society states, “We are encouraging people to purchase their tickets immediately.  This popular event has sold out the last two years!”

The performances are scheduled to start every 15 minutes from 6PM-8PM both evenings.  Each performance lasts about 45 minutes.  Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for seniors (65+) and children under 12, and must be purchased in advance by phoning (815) 455-1151 or online at www.cl-hs.org.