Wheaton, County seat in DuPage County, Illinois, US
Located 25 miles west of Chicago, Wheaton extends across an area characterized by tree-lined streets and residential neighborhoods at 228 meters elevation.
The settlement emerged in 1831 when Warren Wheaton acquired the land, followed by the incorporation as a village in 1859 and city status in 1890.
The downtown district contains numerous art galleries, performance venues, and educational institutions, including the nationally recognized Wheaton College established in 1860.
The Illinois Prairie Path network provides 61 miles of trails connecting Wheaton with neighboring communities for cycling, running, and nature exploration activities.
The DuPage County Historical Museum, housed in a limestone structure from 1891, displays exhibits about the region's railroad heritage and early settlements.
Location: DuPage County
Inception: 1831
Elevation above the sea: 228 m
Website: https://wheaton.il.us
GPS coordinates: 41.85607,-88.10837
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:23
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