Westmont has two genuinely unexpected claims to fame for a quiet DuPage County suburb — strong ties to Ty Warner and the Beanie Babies phenomenon, and a connection to blues legend Muddy Waters, who spent the final part of his life in the village. Neither changes your airport route, but both give Westmont a local story that's easy to miss. See the current Westmont to Midway fare →
The Beanie Babies Connection
Ty Inc., the company behind Beanie Babies, has deep roots in Westmont. Founder Ty Warner also helped fund development associated with Ty Warner Park, a major local recreation space. That connection gives Westmont an unusual place in the history of one of the biggest toy crazes of the 1990s.
Muddy Waters' Final Years in Westmont
Westmont is also connected to blues legend Muddy Waters, who spent the final years of his life in the village. Westmont has continued to recognize that connection through local tributes, giving a suburban community a meaningful link to one of the most influential figures in American blues.
Midway: The Primary Route From Westmont
Westmont-area rides to Midway typically use I-294 and I-55. Weekday rush hour can add time, especially where major expressways converge. I-294 is an all-electronic tollway.
General buffer guidance: arrive about 2 hours before boarding for domestic flights and add extra cushion during rush hour.
O'Hare as an Alternative
Depending on the exact Westmont pickup address and traffic conditions, O'Hare and Midway can be reasonably comparable ground trips. If the same itinerary is available from both airports, compare flight times, fare and expected drive time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ty Warner Park really connected to the Beanie Babies founder?
Yes. The park carries Ty Warner's name and is part of Westmont's connection to the businessman behind Ty Inc.
Did Muddy Waters really live in Westmont?
Yes. He spent the final part of his life in the village, a connection Westmont continues to recognize.
Is downtown Westmont walkable?
The Cass Avenue corridor forms a compact downtown near the Westmont Metra station.
Is O'Hare or Midway better from Westmont?
The answer can depend on your exact address, traffic and flight schedule, so compare both when you have flexibility.
Are tolls included in the fare?
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Key Takeaway
Westmont holds two surprising pieces of pop-culture history for a town its size — a toy-company connection and a blues legend's final chapter. For airport planning, compare Midway and O'Hare when your flight schedule gives you a real choice.
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