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Forest Preserves Are Beautiful Places

Preserve Photos

Ethel Untermyer and Family

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Children on the Horse     Ethel and Children

In 1958, the district's first referendum passed with an overwhelming 60 percent of votes. The photo below showcases some of the campaign materials hand made by Ethel, her children and their friends. In 1961 first Forest Preserve was created - Van Patten Woods.

First Referrendum 1958     Van Patten Dedication

See the Historical visitors photos from 1960s to 80s