The area that we have come to know as Frankfort, Illinois, was once inhabited by the Winnebago, Potawatomi, and other native tribes. William Rice, the first non-native settler, created a permanent settlement in the area in 1831. German settlers gave the village its name, after the German city of Frankfurt. By midcentury, the village was a thriving community, driven largely by the existence of "Frankfort Station," a key railroad depot.
Nowadays, Frankfort is considered one of the nicest places to live in Illinois. A quiet suburban community with excellent schools, spacious parks, and easy access to all that Chicago has to offer. it's no wonder that so many seek to relocate to this picturesque town. And Frankfort has a national reputation. Frankfort's Fall Festival has been named the country's No. 5 Classic and Contemporary Craft Show, with nearly 300 Artisan Booths, a Food Court, and a carnival and parade that is fun for kids and their parents alike.