The Villa Park Historic Preservation Commission would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincere thanks to the generosity of the sponsors of the May 21, 2006 Historic Architecture Trolley Tour and to the people who worked so hard to make this event happen. We thank Reverend Erla Boyle of the Community Congregational Church of Villa Park for so graciously allowing us to use their facilities for this event and providing hospitality. The beautiful English gothic church, built in 1928, was open for touring and their lovely memorial garden was a peaceful place to visit.

Owners of the historic buildings and homes featured are commended for their preservation efforts in maintaining these important structures. The commission is very grateful to the Villa Park Historical Society for coordinating the trolley ticket reservations and the Chamber of Commerce for their support. The trolley event was a great success. Everyone had great time learning about Villa Park's history and architectural heritage. It also marked the beginning of Pride Week in Villa Park.

These are the businesses that sponsored the free Trolley Tour event:

· A.G.A.D. - Pest Control
· All Pro Tuckpointing Co., Inc.
· Allstate Insurance – Newling Agency
· Camera Press Printing
· Chris John Aiello, Attorney At Law
· Circa
· Community Congregational Church of Villa Park
· Diane Blair, Attorney At Law
· Edward Jones – Michael Hirsch
· Fred's Furniture Restoration
· Funky Java Coffee House
· G.M. Smith & Son Realtors
· Hamilton Home Care Services, Inc.
· Harris Bank
· Josephine's Martini & Wine Bar
· M & M Auto Service
· Michael Anthony's
· Mike's Market
· New Urban Communities
· Pioneer Garden & Feed Supply
· PR Remodeling & Design, Inc.
· Riordan Artistry, Inc.
· SKI's Professional Painting
· Steurele Funeral Home, Ltd.
· Stulgin's Park Blvd. Tavern, Inc.
· Richard M. Weber
· Financial Services, Inc.
· Vintage Works
· Villa Park Chamber of Commerce
· Villa Park Material Co., Inc.

Photographs taken during the trolley tour will be on display at the Villa Park Historical Society Museum. The Villa Park Library has a copy of the commemorative Trolley Tour Brochure in the Local History reference area.

Link to 2006 Historic Architecture Trolley Tour Photos