The essence of Geneva lies in the citys distinctive hometown quality and relaxed atmosphere. Visitors sense a slower pace and tender ambience that flourished even before Geneva was platted on May 3; 1837. Geneva; Illinois presents a remarkable portrait of the communitys earliest beginnings and present-day charms. Geneva offers the vintage flavor of an historic city as well as the contemporary feel of a modern community. In this collection you will find early portraits of education; when lessons were taught in the dining room of a local hotel; along with scenes that celebrate the lush riverbanks upon which residents and guests have enjoyed picnics for more than a hundred years. From the flowers picked at Wheeler Park to the moving pictures of the Optigraph; from the wooden ice cabinets of 1884 to the sidewalk cafes of today; Geneva has flourished.
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Nice companion book to the Chain of LakesBy John C.I have a summer place on Lake Marie in Antioch. Illinois. All of my neighbors enjoyed this book. It is full of many old photos and post cards and contains a lot of history of the area. We had fun looking at the old photos and comparing them to the current buildings. Very nice if you have an interest in the area and its history.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great coffee table book!By Carol M. TomaoTons of pictures of days gone by. Something to read over and over again or just look at the pictures. A book you will not tire of.
