About Williamsville
A small village in the center of Illinois, Williamsville is the product of generations of residents who have volunteered and cooperated to build a community of progress. Here you will find both historic and new homes on clean, tree-lined streets, creating a comfortable park-like atmosphere.
This is a place where parents can let their kids play outside without worry and where people young and old get together at pancake breakfasts, fish fries, celebrations, and other community events. Williamsville is a town full of community pride, good neighbors, and Midwest values.
Residents of Williamsville enjoy urban conveniences in a quiet small-town setting. Modern utilities, excellent schools in academics and sports, convenient public services and central transportation make the Village an ideal location. Add the warmth and hospitality of the people of Williamsville and the combination is irresistible. A safe place to live and raise a family, the quality of life in Williamsville is enviable.
Williamsville is a promising place for business to grow. The I-55 interchange makes it an ideal location with opportunity for small and big business. The infrastructure readiness, utility ease and unlimited water supply, central location and major interstate traffic add to the appeal of Williamsville as a location for any business or industry. Warm and inviting, Williamsville is a place for families and business to grow.
This is a place where parents can let their kids play outside without worry and where people young and old get together at pancake breakfasts, fish fries, celebrations, and other community events. Williamsville is a town full of community pride, good neighbors, and Midwest values.
Residents of Williamsville enjoy urban conveniences in a quiet small-town setting. Modern utilities, excellent schools in academics and sports, convenient public services and central transportation make the Village an ideal location. Add the warmth and hospitality of the people of Williamsville and the combination is irresistible. A safe place to live and raise a family, the quality of life in Williamsville is enviable.
Williamsville is a promising place for business to grow. The I-55 interchange makes it an ideal location with opportunity for small and big business. The infrastructure readiness, utility ease and unlimited water supply, central location and major interstate traffic add to the appeal of Williamsville as a location for any business or industry. Warm and inviting, Williamsville is a place for families and business to grow.
Just the facts...
Information below was obtained from Ira Dale Cravens' 1991 edition of the "History of the Village of Williamsville. Copies of this book are available at the Village Hall for $3.00, if you're interested in having your very own copy.
- The Village of Williamsville was laid out in 1853 under the name of "Benton."
- Williamsville was incorporated and held its first election on May 14, 1866.
- Williamsville's population in 1910 was 650. In 2016, the population was 1,526.
- Williamsville is home to 3 cemeteries: Walnut Hill, Wolf Creek, and Stewart.
- Williamsville is located in Williams Township.
Picturing the Past Published in the State-Journal Register, June 17, 2018
