Lombard

Lombard is a village in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, that covers a significant area. Office buildings line the main commercial corridors, giving the village a suburban business character.

The village was founded in 1869 and named after Josiah Lewis Lombard, a Chicago banker who supported early development in the area. This founding marked the start of what would become a modern suburb.

The Maple Street Chapel from 1870 shows how the early community was organized, as the building first served as a town hall and library. This structure still shapes the character of the place today and reminds visitors of the village's beginnings.

The Metra Union Pacific West Line connects the village to Chicago and is a reliable option for visitors without a car. Interstates 355 and 88 provide direct access for those traveling by vehicle.

Lilacia Park, created from a donation of the Plum family estate, holds a remarkable collection of lilac varieties. In May, the park transforms into a celebration of flowering shrubs that draws visitors from the region.

Location: DuPage County

Inception: 1869

Elevation above the sea: 223 m

Part of: Western Suburbs

Website: http://villageoflombard.org

GPS coordinates: 41.87610,-88.01500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:34