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This category is for places that are significant to Downers Grove history.
1015 Maple Avenue: More Than 140 Years of Downers Grove History For nearly a century and a half, the modest frame building at 1015 Maple Avenue has stood witness to
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The John A. Hunyar House, located at 5406 Carpenter in Downers Grove, is recognized by the Historic Home Program for its architecture. Described as a Craftsman-style bungalow, the home was
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Founded in 1836, First United Methodist Church was the first organized church in Downers Grove, serving the community even before the village was incorporated. The congregation first gathered in a
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Constructed between 1951 and 1952, the Charles D. Faulkner, Jr. House, located at 1247 Hawthorne Lane, stands as an excellent example of early Mid-Century Modern (MCM) design in the community.
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A Queen Anne Home with Deep Roots Located across “the lane” (now known as Lane Place) from Henry Carpenter’s General Store, 1101 Maple Avenue was built in 1893 and remains
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The historic home at 4926 Saratoga Avenue is a charming and well-preserved example of late 19th-century residential architecture. Built in 1891—originally addressed as 56 Saratoga—this residence offers a meaningful glimpse
Historic Landmark Designation Approved for 4812 Northcott Avenue The Village of Downers Grove officially granted historic landmark status to the residence at 4812 Northcott Avenue, recognizing the home as a
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Historic Landmark Designation Approved for 1129 Curtiss Street The Village of Downers Grove officially granted historic landmark status to the residence at 1129 Curtiss Street, recognizing the home as a
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The house at 4832 Wallbank Avenue will be known as The Emil and Marie Sirp House, honoring the family who lived there the longest—from 1928 to 1950. The house sits
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The Downers Grove Historic Home Program is pleased to recognize the home at 5306 Washington Street as one of the community’s historic residences. Built in circa 1890 by Winslow Churchill,
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