Villa Ridge, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villa Ridge, Illinois
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Park in Village Ridge, September 2017
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 Villa Ridge, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Villa Ridge, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Pulaski |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
62996
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| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 420315 |
Villa Ridge is a small place in Pulaski County, Illinois, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a town that doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or town council. Instead, it's managed by the county.
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What is Villa Ridge Like?
Villa Ridge has its own post office. The special code for mail in Villa Ridge is ZIP code 62996.
Where is Villa Ridge Located?
This community is found north of another town called Mounds. It was started a long time ago, in 1852. The Illinois Central Railroad helped create the town. Even today, a train track still runs through Villa Ridge.
How Did Villa Ridge Get Its Name?
The post office in Villa Ridge opened in 1853. It was first called "Valley Forge." But in 1861, its name was changed to Villa Ridge. The name comes from a farm that was near the town when it was first built.
Who Are Some Famous People from Villa Ridge?
Villa Ridge is the birthplace of some interesting people.
John Morton Eshleman
- John Morton Eshleman was born in Villa Ridge. He became a very important person in California. He served as the Lieutenant Governor of California in 1915 and 1916. A Lieutenant Governor is like a vice-president for a state. They help the Governor lead the state.
Laura Jacinta Rittenhouse
- Laura Jacinta Rittenhouse was a writer. She was buried in the Cairo City Cemetery in 1911.
