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Frederick “Fred” Faulkner Lester served as a United States Navy hospital corpsman in World War II. He was killed in action on June 8, 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa. […]
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5130 Main Street While the building at 5130 Main Street is currently home to Wasabi, it has also housed many popular local restaurants over the years. The Grove Restaurant was
The Halkier House at 4616 Linscott Avenue joined the list of Historic Homes in Downers Grove in 2025. This home has been identified as having a Bungalow architecture with a
In 2025, the John Rehm House earned its place on Downers Grove’s list of Historic Homes, recognized for its architectural significance. Nestled on the charming, one-block-long Ross Court—just west of
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The Henry Bush House: A Legacy Rooted in Downers Grove 5239 Carpenter Street in Downers Grove is a striking Queen Anne-style home that immediately catches the eye. Its gingerbread trim,
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The Downers Grove Historical Society recently recognized two more Historic Homes. The Historic Home Program is an honorary program that is sponsored by both the Downers Grove Museum and the
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This 19th-century building at 947 Maple Avenue was originally used as a residence but has been repurposed for commercial use in recent years. The Downers Grove Park District owns this
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The Queen Anne house at 5256 Fairmount Avenue has an honorary name that celebrates long-time owner, William Straube. Members of the Straube family owned the house from 1893 to 1945.
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After the Civil War, an influx of Catholic Polish immigrants came to Downers Grove. They lived on the east side of Downers Grove near the location of the modern-day St.
Theodore Smith Rogers, who often went by T. S. Rogers, came to Downers Grove with his father and two brothers in 1844. He lived the rest of his life in
