Located in Cook County, Wilmette has an estimated population of 28,170 residents. The city is home to several sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Wilmette boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene. The Bahá’í House of Worship, the first and only one of its kind in North America, is located in the city. Other religious sites also sit within Wilmette, each featuring a different architectural style.
In terms of outdoor activities, Wilmette does not disappoint. Residents enjoy more than 300 acres of parks and beaches. These include Gillson Park and Beaches, Mallinckrodt Park, the Keay Nature Center, and the Elmwood Dunes Preserve. Centennial Park also draws visitors, thanks to its tennis courts, public pool, and indoor ice-skating rink.
Notable points of interest include the Wilmette Theater, the Frank Baker House, Gross Point Village Hall, the Bailey–Michael House, Oak Circle Historic District, Ouilmette North Historic District, Thornwood Park, Mallinckrodt Park, and the Wilmette History Museum.
