Introduction to Lombard, Illinois
Lombard, Illinois, in Du Page county, is 5 miles E of Wheaton, Illinois (center to center) and 18 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The village is included in the Chicago metropolitan area.
Lombard History
Lombard was originally part of the Potawatomi Indian lands. It was first settled by the whites in the 1830s. The Galena and Chicago Union Railroad entered the village around 1848. This made it easier for local farmers and merchants to travel to Chicago conveniently. A number of commercial buildings developed around the train station. In 1869, Lombard was officially incorporated. It was named after Josiah Lombard, a banker and real estate developer in Chicago.
Lombard and nearby Attractions
- Lombard Historical Society Museum
- Lilacia Park
- Cosley Zoo
- Brookfield Zoo
- Kiddieland Amusement Park
- Ferson Creek Fen Nature Preserve
Things To Do In Lombard
There are several churches in Lombard including the Assembly of God Church of Lombard, Saint Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lombard Church of the Nazarene, Lombard Mennonite Church, First Church of Lombard, and Lombard Gospel Chapel. Shopping can be enjoyed at Yorktown Shopping Center. You can also enjoy shopping in the numerous shops in downtown Lombard. The Enchanted Castle is another place worth visiting. In addition, leisure hours can be spent at the Eastview Terrace Park, Lilacia Park, Vista Pond Park, and Madison Meadow Park.
Lombard Transportation
You can avail international flights from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
Lombard Higher Education
College of Dupage, Elmhurst College, and Wheaton College are nearby.
