The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission, chaired by Carol Marcus, is committed to educating the people of Villa Park on issues related to historic preservation. VPHPC has created a Resource Center that is available for the community to use. It is located at the Villa Park Historical Museum. Information on Sears mail order houses, architectural house styles, how to research your home, and other topics are among this collection. VPHPC meetings are scheduled on the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall (location map). The community is welcome to attend.

Our Mission:

• To preserve, protect and promote the Village of Villa Park through preservation, public education, community partnerships, and heritage tourism.
• Continue to increase the number of historic designations within the Village and maintain a close watch over the historic integrity of historic properties.
• Increase public awareness of historic preservation through education and special programs to build civic pride.
• Establish partnerships with business and community organizations supporting preservation efforts.
• Strengthen ties with State and County Historical Preservation Commissions.
• Ensure that policies and decisions on community growth and development respect the Village's heritage and enhance overall livability.
• Work with the Chamber of Commerce to promote tourism through historic preservation.

Active Commission Members:

• Jose Castillo
• Adam Klintworth
• Carol Marcus (Chair)
• Jeffrey Prenta
• Ellen Stortz
• Jan Stortz