Dunham Woods Riding Club

Dunham Woods Riding Club is a historic organization located in Wayne, Illinois. Founded in 1934, the club boasts a rich history dating back to 1836 when the original property, "Oakland Farm," was established by Solomon Dunham. Today, the club employee 22 people and generates an annual revenue of $1 million. The club offers a range of equestrian facilities and services, including stables, riding rings, an indoor ring, an outdoor course, and a tenant house. These facilities are leased by the Wayne-DuPage Hunt, which is responsible for their maintenance and upkeep. The club's legacy is deeply rooted in the history of the land. The original three-hundred-acre farm, known as "Oakland Farm," was expanded to nearly two thousand acres and became internationally recognized for its imported and bred French coach and Percheron horses. The original red brick house, constructed in 1836, underwent restoration in 1932 and became the club's leased headquarters. Dunham Woods Riding Club can be reached through their website at dunhamwoodsridingclub.com.