The Communities of Bureau County

ARLINGTON Map

Originally known as Lost Grove in the 1900's, this town was one of the fastest growing communities during the coal boom years. Later it was renamed after a town in New York.

BUDA Map

In 1854 this town originally named French Grove started with a single store and growth continued until it reached 900 in population.

BUREAU JUNCTION Map

This "City of Side Tracks" was the nickname given because it was the junction where two railroads met.

CHERRY Map

Best known for the Cherry Mine Disaster in 1909. As you enter Cherry today, visit the stone monument built in memory of the local miners.

DALZELL Map

The village was named after a coal magnate named Sam Dalzell and was home to many miners.

DEPUE Map

Established in the mid 1800's, this town boasted a brisk river trade. DePue State Fish & Wildlife Park is home to eagles, herons and migratory fowl.

DOVER Map

One of the oldest towns in Bureau County, Dover was originally named Livingston. Later the name was changed and was incorporated in 1858.

HOLLOWAYVILLE Map

Settled by German immigrants in 1846, this town has always been a farming community.

LADD Website   Map

Established in 1890, this small town has a rich history of coal mining, railroading and farming.

LA MOILLE Map

Originally named Greenfield, the named was changed in 1840. It is one of four towns in Bureau County to use a village green layout.

MALDEN Map

Due to a large number of settlers from Malden, Mass. The name of the town was changed from Wiona to Malden in 1867.

MANLIUS Map

The first village was moved in 1901 from its original to its present location to make use of the Union Pacific Railroad which was being built.

MINERAL Map

Home of the Witness Tree just 3 miles south on County AA. This tree served as a reference point for surveyors when the railroad was being built.

NEPONSET Map

Established in 1865, this town was originally named Brawby. Just north of town is a farm with an underground barn which was used during the Civil War.

NEW BEDFORD Map

Located on the Green River, this village was incorporated in 1940.

OHIO Map

Incorporated in 1876, this town is one of the many small towns along the Reagan Trail.

PRINCETON Website   Map

The seat of county government, Princeton is the largest city in Bureau County. It offers unique shopping, live theatre and more.

SEATONVILLE Map

In its prime, this town was considered one of the best mining towns in the area. Seatonville was incorporated in 1889.

SHEFFIELD Website   Map

Established in 1832, this town produced coal for the railroad. Sheffield has one of the oldest Danish Lutheran churches in America.

SPRING VALLEY Website   Map

This city hosts one of the biggest Walleye competitions in the state. Part of the Illinois River Road, this area has many parks and nature areas.

TISKILWA Map

Known as the "Gem of the Valley" Tiskilwa is nestled in a valley surrounded by wooded bluffs and was home to the Potawatomi.

WALNUT Website   Map

Established in 1872, this lovely town is home to Avanti's plus many other businesses. Host to a wonderful July 4th fireworks display.

WYANET Map

Located near Wyanet is Lock 21 of the Hennepin Canal. This is where you can view an old lift bridge and one of the oldest surviving Lock Tender Houses.

Neighborhoods, Subdivisions & Settlements

Burnett ◊ Churchill ◊ Clarion ◊ Coal Hollow ◊ Greenoak ◊ Hegeler ◊ Hicks Corners
Kasbeer ◊ Langley ◊ Limerick ◊ Lone Tree Corners ◊ Love ◊ Marquette ◊ Milo ◊ Normandy
Ottville ◊ Providence ◊ Thomas ◊ Van Orin ◊ Webster Park ◊ Wendel ◊ Whitefield
Yorktown ◊ Zearing