These tradesmen became farmers and named their new community "Mechanics Grove" after the life they left behind. Mary of the Lake Seminary in 1835.Ī group of English emigrants came to the area to escape the industrial depression occurring in England.
The first known settler was Peter Shaddle, who built a log cabin on what is now the grounds of St. Nearly two centuries later, the first settlers moved into the area now known as Mundelein. As early as 1650, these Native Americans were trading with the French fur traders. Now home to nearly 32,000 residents, Mundelein was first inhabited by the Potawatomi Indians. It has grown from a small farming community to a vibrant township and business center in the heart of Lake County Illinois. Incorporated in 1909, the Village of Mundelein boasts a long and rich history. Lynne Monroe, Assistant Village Administrator
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Municipal Code BookĬhapter 2.32 - Mundelein Historical Commission Village Staff Liaison Members of the Commission shall reside within the Village of Mundelein or within one and one-half miles thereof, or shall be a business owner in Mundelein, or an employee of a business in Mundelein.įirst Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., Mundelein Village Hall, 300 Plaza Circle. Seven members appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees. Historical Commission Presentation Membership
The Historical Commission advises the Village Board on recommended strategies, partnerships, and best practices to preserve Mundelein’s history. The Commission's activities include researching and evaluating strategies to perpetuate educational events and programs which represent and reflect Mundelein's history safeguard the Village's historic aesthetic and community heritage through appropriate preservation programming and promote the use of Mundelein’s history, artifacts, and memorabilia for the continued education of its residents and visitors. The Historical Commission is charged with planning the administration of programs, policies, and activities to preserve the Village's history for current and future generations. The purpose of the Mundelein Historical Commission is to cooperate and collaborate with other organizations, as appropriate, to develop a long-term plan to preserve Mundelein’s history and to make its history accessible and available to the community.
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