Lemont Overview

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Lemont was officially incorporated as a municipality on June 9, 1873. The Village will be celebrating all throughout 2023, as well as businesses, schools, existing events, and more. Our history sets us apart from other communities with a downtown dating back to the building of the Illinois & Michigan Canal with stories of yesteryear that would intrigue even the novice history buff.

As the Canal was being built, newly immigrated Irish, German, and Scandinavians, along with French and English laborers came looking to the area for a new life. While digging the canal, dolomite limestone was discovered that led to the development of the stone quarries. This became one of the chief building materials used in many landmark buildings, including the Chicago Water Tower, Holy Name Cathedral, and the Illinois Capitol Building in Springfield.

Now you can explore the Heritage Quarries Recreation Area, a 100-acre nature park to hike, bike, picnic, bird watch, boat and fish with a 6-mile crushed stone marked trail. Take a guided tour of the quarry area in the spring or fall with the Lemont Historical Society. Call 630-257-2972 for available dates and times.

Our quaint downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places. Take a guided tour with the Lemont Historical Society (call 630-257-2972) and walk along the streets of the infamous Smokey Row strip, which was wilder than Dodge City back in the day. Pick up a self-guided tour booklet and map at Smokey Row Antiques, 112 Stephen Street, and discover the many preserved historic sites, charming limestone buildings, murals, and public art displays.

After your tour, experience the flavors and flair in our many oneof-a-kind restaurants ready for any palate. Mingle with the locals at our mix of longtime taverns and pubs. Shop in our distinctive boutiques and quaint shops nestled with late 19th century buildings. And, if you’re up for it, head over to The Forge: Lemont Quarries for climbing and ziplining or grab a craft beer at Pollyanna Brewing Company. Enjoy all we have to offer.

Phil Mormann, Agent 1192 Walter St Suite B Lemont, IL 60439-2905 (630) 257-5414