The city of Momence owes its origins to the flow of the Kankakee River through eastern Kankakee County. This diverse tributary linked marshy areas in Indiana to the adjacent fertile fields on the Illinois side. Today, as Momence approaches its 200th year, massive urban sprawl promises to wash over this ever-changing community and add to its history. Around Momence reveals the community spirit, entrepreneurial zeal, and celebratory nature of this rural city.
 
Highlights of Around Momence:
Includes photos of early Momence Pioneers along the undeveloped areas of the Kankakee River 
Features images of Grant Park including the 1919 tornado that damaged the downtown area
Explains photos from the Butterfield Studio of Momence (now closed)
Shows rare photos of businesses’ interiors covering 50 years
 
“I hope the book provides a portion of the hope,” said author Kevin McNulty, Sr. “that will be needed to create the next chapter of Momence history. I believe an appreciation of the efforts of those who have come before us is meant to inspire all of us during challenging times.”
 
Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and on-line retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or www.arcadiapublishing.com.  
 
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