Leaning Tower Monument
In 1932, Robert Ilg constructed a recreational park for his employees, consisting of twin swimming pools and cabanas, plus featuring a half size replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa to cover the pool's water tank.
In 1960 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ilg presented the Niles Y.M.C.A. organization, a part of the Ilgar Park property. In 1996, the Leaning Tower was dedicated to the Village of Niles by the Ilg family.
The Leaning Tower was rededicated by the Village of Niles on June 26, 1997 after it's restoration.
Village Expansion
The village expanded by annexing an unincorporated area that became Golf Mill Shopping Center, dedicated in 1959. With a new village administration building, a new Family Fitness and Senior Center, expansion of the library, and the Niles Middle school (known as Culver), Niles has continued to progress within the community.