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2. www.robbinsil.org › historyHistory - robbins-il

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   Robbins, IL. Robbins was incorporated on December 14, 1917 and named for Eugene S. Robbins, a white real estate developer who laid out the village's early subdivisions.

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3. www.encyclopedia.chicagohistory.org › pages › 1083Robbins, IL - Encyclopedia of Chicago

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   Robbins grew from 431 persons in 1920 to 1,300 by 1940. Residents established a newspaper, the Robbins Herald, plus many churches and small stores. Bessie Coleman, Cornelius Coffey, and Johnny Robinson were among those who created Robbins Airport , a center for black aviation in the North.

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4. www.robbinshistorymusuem.orgRobbins Illinois History Museum

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   The SB Fuller home in Robbins, IL was graciously donated to the Robbins History Museum which offers much needed space to exhibit the rich history of Robbins and it's people. This mid-century modern structure is the perfect space to display artifacts, Photo displays and records of our history.

5. aaregistry.org › story › robbins-illinois-foundedRobbins, Illinois is Founded - African American Registry

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   Robbins is one of the oldest incorporated Black communities in the United States and the oldest Black suburb in the Chicagoland area. Robbins was named for Eugene S. Robbins, a real estate developer who laid out the village's early subdivisions.

6. www.robbins-il.com › about-robbinsVillage of Robbins - Robbins, Illinois

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   Robbins is one of the oldest African American incorporated towns in the country and was home to the first black-owned airport. Robbins was incorporated on December 14, 1917, and named for Eugene S. Robbins, a real estate developer who laid out the village's early subdivisions.

7. explorebir.org › exploring-robbins-illinoisExploring Robbins, Illinois: Unveiling the Best Local Gems

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   Located in the heart of Cook County, Robbins is a small yet vibrant village that offers an array of hidden treasures for visitors to explore. Despite its modest size, Robbins boasts a rich cultural heritage, picturesque landscapes, and a warm community spirit. Let’s delve into the best things to do in Robbins, Illinois.

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   How did Robbins get its name?

   • Robbins was incorporated on December 14, 1917 and named for Eugene S. Robbins, a white real estate developer who laid out the village's early subdivisions. The village's founder and first mayor was Thomas J. Kellar, who noted in an early interview "Our people in Robbins are mostly people who get tired of the white fights and the crowded city.

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   What is the Robbins History Museum?

   • The SB Fuller home in Robbins, IL was graciously donated to the Robbins History Museum which offers much needed space to exhibit the rich history of Robbins and it's people. This mid-century modern structure is the perfect space to display artifacts, Photo displays and records of our history.

   Robbins Illinois History Museum

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   Where is Robbins Illinois located?

   • Cook County, 17 miles south of the Loop. Robbins is the oldest majority-black suburb in the Chicago area and one of the oldest incorporated black municipalities in the United States. Robbins is also characteristic of semirural black suburbs that developed in the United States during the Great Migration .

   Robbins, IL - Encyclopedia of Chicago

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   Why is Robbins Chicago so popular?

   • Robbins also became a popular recreation spot for black Chicagoans, who crowded its picnic grounds and nightclubs on summer weekends. Population expanded to 4,766 in 1950 and 9,644 by 1970 (98 percent black), as developers opened new subdivisions and the village annexed territory.

   Robbins, IL - Encyclopedia of Chicago

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9. wgntv.com › news › black-history-monthTracing the history of Robbins: How the south suburb ... - WGN-TV

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   Feb 2, 2022 · In this WGN-TV Cover Story, Gaynor Hall and photojournalist Vincent Tagle take a look back at the history of Robbins and the role the suburb played in encouraging Black residents to take flight.