Eden, Peoria County, Illinois facts for kids
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Eden, Illinois
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 Eden, Peoria County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Eden, Peoria County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Peoria |
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 309 |
| GNIS feature ID | 407765 |
Eden is a small, quiet place in Peoria County, Illinois, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Eden is found along Eden Road, close to the Union Pacific Railroad. It's about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) west of a nearby place called Hanna City, Illinois.
A Glimpse into Eden's History
Eden has an interesting past! It wasn't always called Eden. When it was first founded in the 1880s, its name was Milo. This happened when the railroad lines were built and reached this area.
How Eden Got Its Name
The name "Eden" came into use when a post office was opened there in 1882. A post office is where people send and receive mail. This post office served the community for many years. It stayed open and helped people send letters and packages until the 1960s.
