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Introduction to Wood Dale, Illinois
Wood Dale, Illinois, in Du Page county, is 7 miles SW of Des Plaines, Illinois and 18 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The city is conveniently located inside the Chicago metropolitan area. There are an estimated 13,535 people in Wood Dale.
Wood Dale History
The area that Wood Dale presently occupies was once inhabited by the Native American tribe of the Winnebago Indians. They used this area as their hunting ground. However, they gave it up after Illinois was declared a state in 1818. The first person to claim land in this area was Hezekiah Dunklee. His land came to be known as Dunklee’s Grove. A large number of German immigrants settled down around Dunklee’s Grove just before the Civil War, resulting in rapid development of the area. In 1928, the Village of Wood Dale was officially incorporated. It was given the status of a city in 1970.
Wood Dale and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Wood Dale
Wood Dale provides wholesome recreational opportunities for individuals and families. There are three golf courses around the city and several acres of forest preserves. These combine to provide numerous recreational opportunities. The city also has excellent shopping and dining areas. Moreover, there are museums dedicated to a variety of subjects which attract locals and tourists.
Wood Dale Transportation
Chicago O’Hare International Airport is nearby.
Wood Dale Higher Education
Devry Institute of Technology, Elmhurst College, College of Dupage and Oakton Community College are some places where one can pursue higher studies.
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