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Flossmoor Local History

The Flossmoor Library is proud to offer digital access to historical information on our community. Click on the first link below to view hundreds of images that span the years from 1870–2000. Below that, you will find links where you can view or download PDFs that contain in-depth articles about the village’s past.

Flossmoor Historical Images Flickr Page (External Link)
A History of Flossmoor Before 1924

A History of Flossmoor After 1924

History of the Flossmoor Public Library

History of Flossmoor School District 161  from 1860-1928

History of School District 161 from 1915-1929 (Written by D. J. Brumley)

Flossmoor Spotlight: The Movie Kings Of Early Flossmoor

Flossmoor Spotlight: The Bank Heist of 1931

Flossmoor Spotlight: John Wallace and the Panama Canal

Flossmoor Spotlight: Local Traditions

Flossmoor Spotlight: 100  Years of Flossmoor Park

Flossmoor Spotlight: George C. Nimmons, Flossmoor Architect

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  • May 21

    Online Cooking Class with Kristyn Slick: Mediterranean Feast – Flavors of the Sun 06:30 PM

  • May 23

    Fiber Friends Drop-In 09:30 AM

    Crafternoon Cart 03:00 PM

  • May 25

    Library Closed: Memorial Day 12:00 AM

  • May 30

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  • Jun 02

    A Slimey Start to Summer Reading 03:00 PM

  • Jun 03

    Bagels & Bingo 10:00 AM

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