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Glenview, Illinois

Located in Cook County, Illinois, Glenview was established in 1899. Former Naval Air Station Glenview redeveloped as 'The Glen.'. Affluent north Chicago suburb.
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Founded 1899 | Population 49,000 | Peak 49,000 (2024) | County Cook County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Glenview, Illinois

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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Glenview.
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1899Founded: Glenview was founded as a railroad town in Cook County.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Glenview's identity and economy.
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1949Economic Development: Glenview grew through the automobile industry.
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1995NAS Glenview Closed: Naval air station closed; redeveloped as The Glen.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1899 Culture
Founded
1942 Government
Military Presence
1949 Industry
Economic Development
1995 Government
NAS Glenview Closed

Did You Know?

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Former Naval Air Station Glenview redeveloped as 'The Glen.'.
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Affluent north Chicago suburb.
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Cook County village.
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Glenview was founded in 1899.
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Glenview has a population of approximately 49,000.

Famous People from Glenview, Illinois

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Sam Witwer
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Olivia Smoliga
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Nicholas Rusher
Rower · Born Jun 10, 1999 · Age 26
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