Glenwillow was first a company town established by The Austin Powder (explosives) Company in 1893. When the company moved to continue testing in a more rural area, the village started to grow. Since the 1980s the governmental leadership has been housed in the village hall. There you can find the Mayor's office, Village Council and several boards and commissions. It also has an extensive historical archive. However, history is not just found in books, but can also be seen in the village's fantastic annual classic car show.