Meet us where it feels like stepping back in time
The La Grange Village Historic District is more than 1,000 (mostly) residential buildings that were built between 1870 and 1930 after the railway expanded to the area.
This district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and for good reason. Here you will feel like you’re strolling through neighborhoods straight out of the late 19th century or early 20th century. You’ll see the distinctive period designs by famed architects like Frank Lloyd Wright, John S. Van Bergen, and Enock Hill Turnock.
You’ll also see the water works building, which was built on the site of a former stone quarry. Then there is the Stone Avenue Station, which was built in 1901 with stone from the quarry.
The first library in La Grange is also part of the district. It was built in 1905.
There are many eateries and boutiques to visit on your walk through the La Grange Village Historic District. We recommend you visit Vintage Charm before grabbing a table on the patio at Palmer Place. For dessert, swing by My Grampa’s Store for candy or cake.
Any time is a good time to stroll through this historic district! If you want to start at the Vial House where the La Grange Area Historial Society is housed, then it’s open Wednesday mornings between 9:30am and noon. Or you can schedule an appointment.
There is no cost for strolling the streets of the historic district.
The La Grange Village Historic District is part of the mission of the La Grange Area Historical Society. The society was founded in 1972 to preserve the cultural heritage of the La Grange area.
The society is housed in the historical Vial House, which is a museum and archive.
The La Grange Road Metra station is in the historic district, so it is very easy to reach the district! The district stretches from 47th street to South Brainard Avenue and Bluff Avenue. It crosses Burlington Avenue and West Hillgrove Avenue, reaching all the way to Brewster Avenue.
A great place to start your stroll through the neighborhood is at the Vial House Museum and Archive where the La Grange Area Historical Society is housed. It’s located at 444 South La Grange Road.
