Around Glenview
If it has been a while since you visited Glenview, some things have
changed. This page provides some ideas for things to see and do if
you are visiting.
The Village of Glenview has put together a
web page
highlighting things to do when visiting Glenview. Some sights that
might be of interest include:
The Glen
Glenview Navel Air Station is gone. The land has been sold to
private developers and a large number of houses, office buildings and
commercial establishments have taken its place.
The Grove
National Historical Landmark
The Grove is a 123 acre prairie grove land on the east side of Milwaukee
Avenue a little bit south of Lake Avenue. It is preserved and maintained by
the Glenview Park District. It was the home of horticulturist Dr.
John Kennicott. He settled here in 1836.
ABT Electronics
Several years ago, ABT Electronics, a large, independent electronics and
home appliances dealer, moved their store to an impressive facility on
Milwaukee Ave. a little bit south of Lake Avenue in Glenview.
Historic Wagner Farm
In 1997, Rose Wagner, the last surviving member of the Glenview Wagner
family, died. Glenvew Park District purchased the farm in
2000. It now offers a working farm, museum, and farmer's market. |