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he Village of Brookfield’s population skyrocketed as its train stations and affordablility lured hardworking Chicagoans to the suburb. oak brook
The community continues to thrive today, offering convenient transportation and a variety of amenities and attractions including the acclaimed Brookfield Zoo – one of only two zoos in the Chicagoland area. Brookfield’s natural beauty includes oak savannas and Salt Creek Trail, a popular destination for residents and visitors alike. Meanwhile, the village offers several restaurants and a video arcade with a collection of over 400 video and pinball games.
Brookfield has plenty to celebrate, from the village’s miraculous return from the brink of insolvency in 1947 to being recognized by Chicago Magazine as a top place for first-time buyers in the Chicago area. Brookfield also pioneered a village manager concept, a model adopted by communities throughout the state. The village’s original train station is now on the National Register of Historic Places, a block away from the current train station and downtown. The Brookfield Metra station on the BNSF Railway serves commuters heading to Aurora and downtown Chicago. Students attend the Brookfield-La Grange Elementary School District 95 elementary and middle school. The Riverside Brookfield High School in District 208 serves grades 9-12.
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