Prepare for Blast Off! The Annual "Trivia Through the Decades" Returns with a 1950s Atomic & Sci-Fi Twist

Fire up your rocket boosters and set your phasers to fun! The annual Trivia Through the Decades fundraiser is landing on Saturday, April 24, 2027, bringing a retro-futuristic 1950s Sci-Fi, Alien, and Atomic Culture theme to the Edwardsville Moose Lodge (7371 Marine Rd, Edwardsville, IL).

While the venue will be decked out in classic vintage-futurism—think flying saucers, cosmic ray guns, and sleek 1950s space aesthetics—the trivia itself covers a universe of topics. Questions will span multiple decades from the 1920s through today, testing your team’s knowledge of pop culture, history, music, and general lore.

Whether you choose to materialize as a 1950s astronaut, a B-movie alien, a mid-century scientist, or simply rock your favorite decade's attire, costumes are highly encouraged for our popular Costume Contest (though street clothes are perfectly welcome).

Event Details:

• Date & Time: Saturday, April 24, 2027. Doors open at 6:00 PM; Trivia launches promptly at 7:00 PM.

• Admission: $200 per 8-person table (or $25 per individual player).

• Early Bird Perk: Teams registered and paid by April 17 receive FREE mulligans!

• Food & Refreshments: Free beer (while supplies last), soda, and water are provided. Outside food and snacks are welcome, but outside beverages are strictly prohibited.

• Extras: Cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place, along with an out-of-this-world Silent Auction and Raffles throughout the night.

Proceeds from the evening benefit the 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House. Space at the Moose Lodge is limited, and tables sell out quickly—don't let your team get left in outer space!

The 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House opens an enchanting window on cultural, political, and architectural developments during the early history of Illinois. Built in 1820 by skilled craftsmen and the Stephenson family’s indentured servants, it was constructed using native materials from the region. The two-story Federal Style home is an excellent example of architecture from this early period and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Illinois State Historic Preservation Agency includes it among only a handful of homes built in the first quarter of the 19th century that remain standing in Illinois. It is also considered the oldest brick home in Madison County, Illinois.

Today, the renovated Stephenson House is a hands-on learning center, bustling with activities from the Stephenson Era that will entertain and educate visitors of all ages. Trained docents in period dress provide tours of the house and gardens. Visitors might see bread baking in the kitchen’s beehive oven, a leatherworker constructing a shooting bag, children playing period games, or a political discussion about the future of the territory in the parlor. The rebuilt summer kitchen recreates cooking techniques and recipes from the day. The sights, smells, and sounds are designed to increase awareness of the region’s cultural heritage and provide a real-life glimpse of Edwardsville in the 1820s.

The beautiful home at 409 South Buchanan Street serves as a permanent reminder of the people who gave extraordinary service to our country, state, and city in the early days of the 19th century. It is a timeless community treasure, enriching the lives of present and future generations.

TRIVIA THROUGH THE DECADES 2027