Round Lake, IL, Website

Round Lake, Illinois. Round Lake is profoundly tied to its rich cultural past. Shows highlighting art, crafts and antiques are regularly held on Village grounds. The library, though small, continues operation and is an invaluable resource to the children and adults of the area. Since it maintains a large number of books pertaining to Victorian architecture, it is particularly useful to those seeking restoration information. Other cultural events include organ and musical concerts regularly given in the Auditorium.

Perhaps the most striking feature of the developed Village is its physical layout. Residences and other structures are generally arranged in circles radiating from the Auditorium. Also extending from the Auditorium are narrow streets and walkways, creating a hub and spoke pattern.

Set throughout the Village are a multitude of parks and congregate areas. Open space, easily accessed by the pedestrian pathways, is heavily used. Residents thus become extremely familiar with each other. This is a secret of Village life; the "attitude" of community is a product of the physical layout of the Village that keeps people coming to the area.