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Wheaton, Illinois

Located in DuPage County, Illinois, Wheaton was established in 1853. Wheaton College is a prestigious evangelical Christian college. Billy Graham attended Wheaton College.
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Founded 1853 | Population 54,000 | Peak 54,000 (2024) | County DuPage County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Wheaton, Illinois

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1853 Founded: Named for Warren Wheaton.
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1860 Wheaton College: Evangelical college.
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1903 Economic Development: Wheaton grew through the automobile industry.
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2010 Modern Era: Wheaton continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Wheaton College is a prestigious evangelical Christian college.
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Billy Graham attended Wheaton College.
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DuPage County seat — affluent western suburb of Chicago.
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Wheaton was founded in 1853.
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Wheaton has a population of approximately 54,000.

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