Jacob Bohlander House, Melrose Park
Facts and practical information
The Jacob Bohlander House is a historic house at 316 N. 4th Avenue in Maywood, Illinois. Jacob Bohlander, a local merchant who was Maywood's village president at the time, built the house circa 1894. The Bohlander family were among the earliest settlers of Proviso Township, and Jacob and his siblings all held positions in local government or led local businesses. The house was designed in a subtype of Queen Anne architecture known as free classical, which incorporated Neoclassical elements into the style. It includes a hexagonal tower, a rounded turret, a wraparound front porch, and multiple dormers. ()
North MaywoodMelrose Park
Jacob Bohlander House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Maywood Park, River Forest Public Library, Winslow House, Richard Cluever House.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Jacob Bohlander House?
How to get to Jacob Bohlander House by public transport?
Bus
- 5th Avenue & Lake NB • Lines: 331 (2 min walk)
- Lake & 5th Avenue WB • Lines: 309, 313 (3 min walk)
Train
- Maywood (5 min walk)
- River Forest (20 min walk)
Metro
- Forest Park • Lines: Blue (41 min walk)