The Windmill was built in 1896 to supply water for the Oughton Estate and its grounds. The windmill was donated to the Village of Dwight in 2001, and a community based restoration project is currently underway to restore the windmill and develop an interpretive center.
Built in the 1920's, Route 66, also known as "The Mother Road," brought many people through Dwight on their way west looking for a more prosperous life. The road has evolved over the years to today's I-55
Dwight, IL Historic DistrictsThe Bank of Dwight built in 1855, is the oldest business institution in the village. The Greek Classic design building was remodeled in 1974
Dwight, IL Historic BuildingsFamed architech Frank Lloyd Wright designed and engineered this bank in 1905
Dwight, IL ArchitectureThe Institute for Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation was built in 1876, then closed in approximately 1940
Dwight, IL Historic BuildingsThe Windmill was built in 1896 to supply water for the Oughton Estate and its grounds. The windmill was donated to the Village of Dwight in 2001
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Vermilion County Museum is a new building which is a replica of the 1833 county courthouse where Lincoln practiced law from 1...
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