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Mokena
Although exact meaning of Mokena is not known, tradition states that it is Potawatomi for "turtle."
Mokena owes its existence to the Rock Island Railroad. Seeing the potential of the area, Allen Denny authorized the surveying of the area and commenced selling the lots for $100 in the 1830’s. The railroad station served a major draw for farmers to distribute their goods. Mokena's population grew to about 500 people by the time it was incorporated in 1880. By 1990 the population was over 6,000 and will be close to 15,000 by the 2000 census. Despite the growth, Mokena has maintained its small town atmosphere and a safe and secure way of life.
Double Yoke Pancake House
11400 Lincoln Highway
815-464-0533
Giordanos 11400 Lincoln Highway 815-806-8282
Mokena Park District Disc Golf and Yunker Farm 10925 LaPorte Road 708-390-2401
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Paul E’s Place
11116 Front Street
708-479-2333
paulesplace.com
Super 8 Motel
9485 W. 191st Street
708-479-7808
super8.com
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Tribes Alehouse 11220 Lincoln Highway 815-464-0248
Willow Run Golf Course
12600 W. 187th Street
815-485-2119
willowrungolf.net
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