Chicago Ridge Essential Info
Basics
Best Time To Go
Apr-Sep
Current Time
Current Weather
50 °F
Clear
Fun Facts
- Chicago Ridge takes its name from ridges left behind when trainloads of dirt were brought out by the Wabash Railroad during construction of the Columbian Exposition of 1893.
- Landis Plastics, Inc. is based in Chicago Ridge. Landis manufactures injection molded and thermoformed plastic packaging for dairy and other food products.
- In 1975, the natural prairie was mapped by biology teacher/naturalist, John Brodemus, who counted over 100 wildflowers
- The village of Chicago Ridge is governed by a President and Board of Trustees. The Village President is the chief executive officer, and the Board of Trustees is the legislative body.
Popular Foods
- Cajun Seafood Boil
- Grilled Oysters