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National Register Properties

National Register Properties

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register  is part of a nation-wide program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archaeological resources.

 

A listing in the National Register of Historic Places is a highly beneficial and honorary distinction enabling the owner to freely maintain and manage the property if no government funds or tax credits are used to make non-historic alternations. Guidelines for preserving, rehabilitating, restoring, and reconstruction of historic buildings should, of course, be followed if the owner wishes to continue listing the property in the National Register of Historic Places.

Currently, Kenilworth only has eight properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. However, nearly every house in Kenilworth is eligible to be placed on the National Register. In 2008 the Village of Kenilworth was nominated to the National Register as a Historic District. This nomination would have recognized the historic architectural, social, and cultural value of Kenilworth. However, the Village voted down the nomination and it was pulled from consideration.  For accurate information about the nomination process and what the National Register does and does not do, contact the Kenilworth Historical Society or visit the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency or the National Park Service.

Past Residents

Arriving to the costume party hosted by the Kenilworth Historical Society, c. 1961, KHS

Since its founding Kenilworth has been home to many influential citizens both within Kenilworth and beyond.

Our archive holds biographical information on many of Kenilworth’s residents and families. Materials include: newspaper clippings, correspondence, genealogy, biographies, and photographs.

Resident Biographical files include:

  • Kenilworth Founders
  • Kenilworth Company Leadership
  • Politicians
  • Village Administrators
  • Pastors
  • Business Leaders
  • Community Leaders

**The amount of information on individual residents varies** If you wish to research a resident, please call or email prior to visiting the Research Center so staff can inform you of the extent of the records on file.

If you have information on, items from, or photos of Kenilworth institutions you would like to donate to KHS go to Donate for more information.

Organizations

Travel Club, KHS

Throughout its history, Kenilworth has hosted numerous active organizations committed to socialization, civic improvement, and recreation.

The Kenilworth Historical Society archive holds extensive material on the organization, operation, and efforts of many of the organizations which have made a significant impact on Kenilworth. Materials held for different organizations include: minutes, membership, events, programming, etc.

Records of Kenilworth Organizations include:

**The amount of information on organizations varies** If you wish to research an organization, please call or email prior to visiting the Research Center so staff can inform you of the extent of the records on file.

If you have information on, items from, or photos of Kenilworth institutions you would like to donate to KHS go to Donate for more information.

House History

Residence of George W. Maher, c. 1890s, KHS

The Kenilworth Historical Society archive holds historical information and photographs on the vast majority of properties within Kenilworth.

The amount of information for each property and house varies significantly. As such it is recommended researchers contact KHS prior to visiting to find out how much information is available for the property or house being researched.

Archival materials pertaining to property and house histories include:

  • Photographs
  • Real Estate Listings
  • House Histories
  • Architect Information
  • Construction Dates
  • General Contractors
  • Construction Permits
  • Blueprints (Limited #)
  • Succession of Residents
  • Original Construction Costs

**The amount of information on each house or property varies** If you wish to research your house or property, please call or email prior to visiting the Research Center so staff can inform you of the extent of the records on file.

If you have information on, items from, or photos of Kenilworth institutions you would like to donate to KHS go to Donate for more information.

Village History

Assembly Hall entrance, c. 1907, KHS

The Kenilworth Historical Society archive holds extensive material on the founding and growth of Kenilworth and its key institutions.

These materials provide incredible insight to the daily operations of the village and the community who calls it home.

Materials from and pertaining to Kenilworth institutions include:

**The amount of information on subjects varies** If you wish to research a subject, please call or email prior to visiting the Research Center so staff can inform you of the extent of the records on file.

If you have information on, items from, or photos of Kenilworth institutions you would like to donate to KHS go to Donate for more information.