Cedarville, Illinois is a quaint town about two hours west of Chicago. To reach this historical town, you’ll need to take 1-90 and US-20 Westbound. While it’s fairly close to a major city, spending the day in Cedarville will be like escaping to another world. As a town of about 700 residents, Cedarville’s claim to fame is that it is Jane Addams’ birthplace. Here, the well-known activist got her start as a social justice advocate who worked tirelessly on causes related to women’s rights, settlement issues, and other timely causes. Read on to learn more about Cedarville and Jane Addams’ birthplace in Illinois.

With a population of about 750, Cedarville is a charming day trip if you'd like to escape the hustle and bustle of a big city for the day.
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Perhaps the thing that puts this small town on the map is that it's the birthplace of Jane Addams, the social activist. Her former family home remains an attraction to guests visiting the town.
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Some of Jane Addams's impressive social justice work included participating in the 1915 International Women in Congress with leading female activists from around the world.
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In 1915, Jane Addams became the second woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for her work toward world peace and a woman's right to vote.
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Jane Addams also received many accolades including a portrait in the National Gallery. She was also added to the Famous American Series of stamps in 1940.
In addition to learning what life was like in Jane Addam's birthplace, plan to visit her museum in Chicago too.
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Of course, during your visit, make sure to stop by the Cedarville Cemetery to pay your respects to Jane Addams during your day in this peaceful small town in Illinois.
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Jane Addams’s birthplace in Illinois was only one of many places where she made her mark in Illinois and beyond. To learn more about her dedication to social justice, spend the day visiting Jane Addams Bookstore in Chicago.

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