DuPage County Courthouse, Wheaton

Name: DuPage County Courthouse
Address: Wheaton, United States

#11 among attractions in Wheaton

Tower, Romanesque architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Old DuPage County Courthouse is a Richardsonian Romanesque style court house designed by Mifflin E. Bell in Wheaton, Illinois, United States. The building served as the seat of government for DuPage County, Illinois from its construction in 1896, until a new courthouse was built in 1990. ()

Built: 1896 (128 years ago)Coordinates: 41°51'50"N, 88°6'14"W

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Wheaton United States

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DuPage County Courthouse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cosley Zoo, DuPage County Historical Museum, Marion E. Wade Center, Trinity Episcopal Church.

1.3 miNW
5 acres of native Illinois animals
Cosley Zoo, Wheaton
34 min walk • Nestled in the charming city of Wheaton, Illinois, Cosley Zoo stands as a delightful attraction for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike. This quaint zoo offers a unique experience, giving visitors the opportunity to get up close and personal with native wildlife...
~1020 ftNW
Museum, History museum
DuPage County Historical Museum, Wheaton
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wheaton, Illinois, the DuPage County Historical Museum stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of local history. This cultural institution offers a deep dive into the past, showcasing the evolution of DuPage County from its early pioneer days...
0.5 miN
Museum, Library
Marion E. Wade Center, Wheaton
13 min walk • The Marion E. Wade Center at Wheaton College is a special research collection of papers, books, and manuscripts, primarily relating to seven authors from the United Kingdom: C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, G. K. Chesterton, Dorothy L. Sayers, Charles Williams, Owen Barfield, and George MacDonald, as well as C. S.
0.4 miW
Church
Trinity Episcopal Church, Wheaton
12 min walk • Trinity Episcopal Church is a historical Gothic Revival Episcopal church in Wheaton, Illinois.
~1000 ftNW
Protected area
Wheaton Park District, Wheaton
5 min walk • The Wheaton Park District is an organization dedicated to leisure and recreation in Wheaton, Illinois. It was incorporated in 1921, and now contains more than 800 acres of land. In addition to the many full-time employees, the park district also employs nearly 1,000 summer part-time staff, often local high school and college students.
~1510 ftNE
Church
College Church in Wheaton, Wheaton
8 min walk • College Church is a historic broadly Calvinist evangelical church in Wheaton, Illinois founded in 1861 by the abolitionist and first president of Wheaton College Jonathan Blanchard. College Church is located across two city blocks facing the Wheaton College campus. Josh Moody has been the Senior Pastor of College Church since 2009.
~1590 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Billy Graham Center, Wheaton
8 min walk • The Wheaton College Billy Graham Center was founded and opened in 1981 on the campus of Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois.
1 miN
Church
First Baptist Church of Wheaton, Wheaton
27 min walk • First Baptist Wheaton is an evangelical Christian church located in Wheaton, IL, situated in southern DuPage County, and is not formally related to any denomination or baptist association. The church was founded in 1864 by 20 pioneers around the time Abraham Lincoln was drafting his Gettysburg Address.
~1660 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Grand Theatre, Wheaton
8 min walk • The Grand Theatre is a historic theater located in Wheaton, Illinois. It opened on May 25, 1925, with 1,000 seats, and hosted live drama, silent films, and vaudeville performances. The theater changed hands many times in the 20th century, and at various times was known as the Paramount Theatre and The Wheaton Theatre.
0.5 miN
Church, Auditorium
Edman Memorial Chapel, Wheaton
12 min walk • Edman Memorial Chapel is an auditorium facility on the campus of Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois. Its primary purpose is as a chapel, though it is also used for numerous concerts and other large events.
0.5 miNE
41°52'13"N • 88°5'59"W
Buswell Memorial Library, Wheaton
13 min walk • Library

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to DuPage County Courthouse?

Nearby attractions include Wheaton Park District, Wheaton (5 min walk), DuPage County Historical Museum, Wheaton (5 min walk), College Church in Wheaton, Wheaton (8 min walk), Billy Graham Center, Wheaton (8 min walk).

How to get to DuPage County Courthouse by public transport?

The nearest stations to DuPage County Courthouse:

Bus

Wheaton Metra Station • Lines: 301, 709, 711, 714 (12 min walk)

Train

Wheaton (13 min walk)
College Avenue (20 min walk)