Sycamore, Illinois, is the county seat of DeKalb County and was originally named Orange. It was incorporated as a village in 1858 and in 1869 as a city.
Recommended Resources
Find out about the city of Sycamore, its government and departments as well as its development. Also offers details about city maps, forms and fees, and schools and libraries.
http://www.cityofsycamore.com/
Victorian Queen Ann home formerly known as the Townsend home, built in 1893 can be rented as a place to hold retreats for scrapbookers. Details the crop room as well as meals and specials such as the inn's three-night crop events.
http://www.thepaperdollhouse.com/
Roaring 20s hotel maintains this site which includes information about guest services, dining, and special events. Also displays information about its history and Sunday brunch.
http://www.stratfordinnhotel.com/
Provides details about the business community of the city and about the Chamber. The current member list, benefits of joining, and upcoming meetings are among the items available on the website.
http://www.sycamorechamber.com/
Sycamore Community Schools: District 427
Imparts information about the district, its leadership and staff, and relevant news. Additional data includes board documents and calendars.
http://www.syc427.org/
Lays out the history and function of the department, mission and vision statements, and information about the chief as well as details about the patrol, administration, and investigations divisions. Also offers crime trips and other unit information.
http://www.sycamorepd.com/
The annual celebration of pumpkins presents this website which outlines the celebration, schedule of events, parade information, and photo gallery as well as a free newsletter and archive of newsletters.
http://www.sycamorepumpkinfestival.com/
