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Sheldon Peck Homestead built in 1839 and used as 1st school in Lombard. Also was used during the Civil War as part of the Underground Railroad.
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Artist and abolitionist Sheldon Peck (1797-1868) home (now Lombard Historical Society) built in 1839. Located .1 mile south of the trail at 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard, IL. Home was part of the Underground Railroad.
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Rusty Chain
Dec 20, 2021 near Lombard, IL
“Sheldon Peck Homestead built in 1839 and used as 1st school in Lombard. Also was used during the Civil War as part of the Underground Railroad.”  

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Sheldon Peck Homestead built in 1839 and used as 1st school in Lombard. Also was used during the Civil War as part of the Underground Railroad.
Artist and abolitionist Sheldon Peck (1797-1868) home (now Lombard Historical Society) built in 1839. Located .1 mile south of the trail at 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard, IL. Home was part of the Underground Railroad.
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