WHEATON , ILLINOIS
General Information: Liz Haight, Business Development • info@continentalplacer.com
Frank Santella, PG, Senior Project Manager
1123 Wheaton Oaks Court • Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 407-0800 • Fax (630) 407-0799
The City of Wheaton is situated in the west suburbs of Chicago, residents and visitors of alike are drawn to the
blend of big-city comforts and small-town charm. Wheaton’s founding fathers were considered abolitionists,
Warren and Jesse Wheaton and Erastus Gary who migrated from Pomfret, Connecticut, established the Illinois
Institute in 1853, this school followed their abolitionist principles. Many landmarks from Wheaton’s past still exist
today and can be seen in the presence of the railroad, former county courthouse and Wheaton College, which
remain integral parts of this community. Visitors alike will find that there’s no need to leave Wheaton to find
something to do with a vibrant downtown, several shopping districts, museums, restaurants and more.

