Sylvan, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sylvan, Illinois
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Former settlement
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 Sylvan, Illinois
Location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Cass |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 423227 |
Sylvan was once a small community in Panther Creek Township, Cass County, Illinois, United States. Today, it is known as a "ghost town" because no one lives there anymore. It is located southwest of Newmansville.
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Sylvan: A Look at a Ghost Town
Sylvan is a place that used to be a town but is now abandoned. It is often called a "ghost town" because its buildings are empty. This former settlement is found in the state of Illinois.
What Was Sylvan Like?
Sylvan was a busy place in the middle of the 1800s. Many people who lived there were immigrants from Ireland. They came to America hoping for a new life. Today, the only thing left from the old town is a cemetery.
Sylvan's Location Today
Sylvan is located near a natural area called Jim Edgar Park. This park is a popular spot for outdoor activities. The ghost town is a quiet reminder of the past.
Sylvan in Movies
You might have seen a quick picture of Sylvan in a horror movie! A photo of this ghost town was briefly shown in the film Silent Hill. In the movie, the town's name was spelled a little differently as "Sylvane."
