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The famed nineteenth century historian of Chicago, Alfred Andreas, described Blue Island as “among the prettiest little suburban towns in the West.” Today, Blue Island’s charms continue to be discovered. With its tree-lined streets and historic architecture, the City has an air of permanence that accompanies its casual, small town appeal.
Apr 17, 2024 · Set on the southern edge of an ancient glacial ridge, Blue Island was settled in 1835, making it one of the oldest communities in Cook County. In 1834, the Chicago Democrat observed “the ridge, when viewed from a distance, appears standing in an azure mist of vapor, hence the appellation, Blue Island.”
City of Blue Island Illinois. 5,456 likes · 232 talking about this · 8,776 were here. This is the official Facebook page for the City of Blue Island, IL.
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Blue Island, IL. Cook County, 16 miles S of the Loop. Blue Island stands on the southern end of an ancient glacial ridge five miles long, extending northward along Western Avenue and Vincennes Road from 131st Street to 87th Street. The ridge stood as an island in glacial Lake Chicago, the predecessor of Lake Michigan .
The Blue Island Historical Society brings together those people interested in history, especially in the history of Blue Island and neighboring communities. The Society will work to discover and collect any material that may help to establish or illustrate the history of the area; its exploration, settlement, development, and activities; its ...
Aug 9, 2023 · Daily Southtown. Blue Island eyes bright future as business owners, officials harness community spirit. Show Caption. of. By Carol Flynn. PUBLISHED: August 9, 2023 at 6:15 a.m. | UPDATED:...
