Wheeling, IL

Wheeling is a city in and the county seat of Wheeling County, Illinois, United States. The population was 25,898 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Wheeling, WV-OH Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Wheeling is located at (40.566906, -80.914269).

According to the 2010 census, Wheeling has a total area of , all land.

Wheeling was first settled in 1816 by Daniel Boone and his family on land that had been donated by John Randolph of Roanoke County, Virginia. The town was incorporated as a village in 1825 and as a city in 1865. It became known as "The Queen City" because it was home to many wealthy families who built fine homes and businesses downtown. Many of these buildings are still standing today and make up part of the historic downtown district.

Wheeling's economy has changed over the years from being primarily based on manufacturing to being more diversified with services such as healthcare and finance playing larger roles today. However, one thing that has not changed is Wheeling's love for its beautiful architecture and rich history which makes it a popular tourist destination year-round.

In recent years there have been several major projects completed or underway in downtown Wheeling including renovations to the historic courthouse; construction of an entertainment district featuring restaurants, bars and a movie theater; redevelopment of the former J&J Steel plant into apartments; development of new office space near Union Station; renovation of Main Street Plaza into an open-air shopping center with restaurants; expansion of Gateway Park across from Union Station; construction of two new hotels – The Westin Resort & Spa at Point Lookout and Residence Inn by Marriott – both within walking distance from downtown; addition to numerous other smaller projects that have transformed downtown Wheelin