3 Best Landmarks in Naperville, IL

“Nichols Library offers a large collection of books, magazines, and other media, along with study areas. The library's foundation began with a $10,000 bequest from Professor James Nichols. He did not want any Naperville child to be without books as he had been while growing up. In September 1898, the Nichols Library opened its doors to serve Naperville’s 2,200 residents. For the next 88 years, the stone building on Washington Street served the community as it grew. Library users and staff interacted as they went about their library tasks. Today, Nichols Library has over 350,000 items and includes many new formats such as downloadable eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eVideos. The Nichols Library has 1 meeting room that is available for rent.”

“The Millennium Carillon project began in late 1997 to permanently celebrate the arrival of the Year 2000. The monument was built in 1999 to commemorate the third millennium and the 21st century. The monument is 160 feet tall and contains the Millennium Carillon, a carillon of 72 bells. The carillon structure is said to be one of the four largest in the United States. In the tradition of Centennial Beach and the Riverwalk, the Millennium Carillon is a gift from the people of the community for all future generations to enjoy. Visitors can climb the 253 steps to the top of the tower on the guided tour and enjoy the spectacular view, where, on a clear day, the Chicago skyline can be seen.”

“Oesterle Library provides links to the Archives website, which includes information on archival collections, programs, and online exhibits. The library's policies contain information regarding the library building, circulation policies, interlibrary loans, collection development, information services, archives, and more. Oesterle Library offers complimentary coffee during open library hours to help students power through studying for final exams. There are 14 Mac computers in the lobby on the main level of the library. These computers are open for student use during the library's open hours. In addition to requesting materials through interlibrary loans, patrons may also be eligible to borrow materials in person from selected institutions.”