Long Grove, Illinois facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Long Grove, Illinois
Village
Location of Long Grove in Lake County, Illinois.
Long Grove, Illinois Location in Illinois
Country	United States
State	Illinois
County	Lake
Townships	Ela, Vernon
Incorporated	1956
Government
• Type	Council–manager
Area
• Total	12.61 sq mi (32.65 km2)
• Land	12.39 sq mi (32.08 km2)
• Water	0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2)  1.89%
Population  (2020)
• Total	8,366
• Density	675.39/sq mi (260.77/km2)
Standard of living
• Per capita income	$62,185 (median: $148,150)
• Home value	$589,654 (median: $555,400)
ZIP code(s)	60047, 60060, 60049
Area code(s)	847 & 224
Geocode	44524
FIPS code	17-44524

Long Grove is a village located in Lake County, Illinois, United States. It's about 35 miles (56 km) northwest of Chicago. In 2020, about 8,366 people lived there. The village has special rules to keep its "country atmosphere" and natural beauty.

About Long Grove Village

Long Grove is known for its peaceful, rural feel. The village works hard to keep its charm. This includes rules about building new homes and businesses.

Geography of Long Grove

Long Grove covers an area of about 12.7 square miles (32.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The village is surrounded by natural landscapes.

History of Long Grove

Long Grove was officially started in 1956. Over the years, it has kept its "pristine rural charm." This means you won't find many sidewalks, fences, or street lights in residential areas. The village wants to protect its natural look.

The historic downtown area is a popular spot. It has many unique shops and places to visit. Long Grove is also famous for its yearly festivals. These include the chocolate, strawberry, and apple festivals. They happen in May, June, and September.

A very special landmark is the Robert Parker Coffin Bridge. It was built in 1906 and is featured on the village's logo. This old covered bridge is quite low, with a clearance of 8 feet 6 inches (2.59 meters). Because of this, taller vehicles sometimes hit it!

Population Growth in Long Grove

The population of Long Grove has grown quite a bit over the years. In 1960, there were only 640 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 8,366. This shows how the village has developed while trying to keep its unique character.

Education in Long Grove

Students in Long Grove attend schools in a few different districts. Most students go to schools in the Kildeer Countryside Community Consolidated School District 96. This district has two elementary schools, Kildeer Countryside and Country Meadows. There is also one middle school called Woodlawn.

For high school, students attend Adlai Stevenson High School. This high school is part of District 125. Some students in the northern parts of Long Grove go to Diamond Lake Elementary and Middle Schools. However, they still attend Stevenson High School.

Famous People from Long Grove

Many interesting people have lived in or are connected to Long Grove:

• Edo Belli (1918–2003) was a famous architect. He lived in Long Grove.
• Martellus Bennett is a former professional football player (tight end). He lived in Long Grove when he played for the Chicago Bears.
• Daryl Hannah is a well-known actress. She was born in Chicago and grew up in Long Grove.
• Page Hannah is a former actress and Daryl's sister. She also grew up in Long Grove.
• Eddie Jackson is a professional football player (safety). He lives in Long Grove and plays for the Chicago Bears.
• Jonathan Klein is a racing driver who was born in Long Grove.
• Brad Maynard is a former professional football player (punter). He lived in Long Grove when he played for the Chicago Bears.

See also

In Spanish: Long Grove (Illinois) para niños