Harlem, Illinois
Harlem is an unincorporated community in Winnebago County, in the U.S. state of Illinois. It was incorporated into Loves Park in the 1980s. Harlem is the closest city to Rock Cut State Park.
History
A post office called Harlem was established in 1839, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1928. The community was named after Harlem, New York.
Education
Residents of Harlem are served by the Harlem School District 122. Students attend Maple Elementary School Harlem Middle School, and Harlem High School.
Culture
Places of Interest
Harlem Cemetery was built on a piece of land donated by one of the first citizens of the town, Asa Taylor, who is buried there.
Transportation
RMTD provides bus service on Route 20 connecting Harlem to destinations throughout the Rockford area.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Harlem, Illinois
- ^ "The World Of Harlem: Roots of Harlem Township, Illinois". Harlem World. Rock River Times. December 4, 2013. Archived from the original on July 31, 2021. Retrieved July 31, 2021.
- ^ "Winnebago County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved March 20, 2015.
- ^ Chicago and North Western Railway Company (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 81.
- ^ "Harlem School District 122 - Schools". Retrieved December 12, 2021.
- ^ "The World Of Harlem: Roots of Harlem Township, Illinois". Harlem World. Rock River Times. December 12, 2021. Archived from the original on July 31, 2021. Retrieved July 31, 2021.
- ^ "Route Map" (PDF). Retrieved January 28, 2024.
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