DeKalb County, Administrative county in northern Illinois, United States
DeKalb County is an administrative region in northern Illinois characterized by extensive agricultural land and farming operations. Sycamore serves as the county seat and is positioned west of Chicago.
The region was established as an independent county in 1837 and named after a German military leader from the American Revolutionary War. This founding shaped its development into a primarily rural and agricultural area.
Northern Illinois University and Kishwaukee College shape the region's educational life through their institutions and programs. The Sandwich Fairgrounds hosts annual agricultural events that reflect the area's farming traditions and community identity.
Visitors can find local services and county offices in Sycamore for administrative needs and information. The terrain is flat and easy to navigate, with most locations accessible by car.
An agricultural fair was established here in 1852, making the area a hub for farming innovation and rural development. This heritage continues to define the region's role in agricultural advancement.
Location: Illinois
Inception: March 4, 1837
Capital city: Sycamore
Shares border with: Winnebago County, LaSalle County, Boone County, McHenry County, Kane County, Kendall County, Lee County, Ogle County
Website: http://dekalbcounty.org
GPS coordinates: 41.89000,-88.77000
Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:58
Huskie Stadium
4.9 km
Shabbona Lake State Park
18.1 km
Egyptian Theatre, DeKalb
4.8 km
Ellwood House
5.3 km
Convocation Center
5.2 km
Sycamore Historic District
12.6 km
DeKalb County Courthouse
12.2 km
Kishwaukee River State Fish and Wildlife Area
25.1 km
Civil War Memorial
12.2 km
Von KleinSmid Mansion
29.8 km
David Syme House
12.2 km
Charles O. Boynton House
12.2 km
Sycamore Public Library
13.1 km
Sandwich City Hall
29.8 km
Haish Memorial Library
4.9 km
Andrew O. Anderson House
5.1 km
George H. Gurler House
5.1 km
Frederick B. Townsend House
12.2 km
D. B. James House
12.2 km
Chicago and Northwestern Depot
12.2 km
Adolphus W. Brower House
12.2 km
Ashelford Hall
21.1 km
Carlos Lattin House
12.2 km
William W. Marsh House
12.2 km
Chauncey Ellwood House
12.2 km
George's Block
12.2 km
North Grove School
15.5 km
Row Houses
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