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Harmony, Illinois is a name that refers to a few different places in the state of Illinois. When you see a page like this, it means that the name "Harmony" is used for more than one location. This helps people find the exact place they are looking for.

What is a Disambiguation Page?

A disambiguation page is like a helpful guide. It lists different articles that share the same name but talk about different things. This way, if you search for "Harmony, Illinois," you can choose which specific "Harmony" you want to learn about.

Places Named Harmony in Illinois

There are two main places in Illinois that are known as Harmony. Both are small, unincorporated communities. An "unincorporated community" is a group of homes or buildings that does not have its own local government, like a city or a town. Instead, it is part of a larger county.

Harmony in Jefferson County

One of the places named Harmony is located in Jefferson County, Illinois. Jefferson County is in the southern part of Illinois. It was created in 1819 and named after Thomas Jefferson, who was the third President of the United States. The county seat, which is the main town where the county government is located, is Mount Vernon.

Harmony in McHenry County

Another community named Harmony can be found in McHenry County, Illinois. McHenry County is in the northern part of Illinois, northwest of Chicago. It was formed in 1836 and named after William McHenry, a soldier who fought in the Black Hawk War. The county seat for McHenry County is Woodstock.


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