URBAN ADVENTURES AVONDALE Avondale was recognized in 2017 as one of the nation’s hottest neighborhoods by Lonely Planet . See a show by Prop Thtr , an experimental theatre that produces inclusive plays. Stop by the headquarters of You Are Beautiful , which doubles as a retail store and studio for this powerful public art movement. Milwaukee Avenue is home to some of the best Polish food in Chicago, including Kurowski’s Sausage Shop and Staropolska , which was nominated for a Jean Banchet Award as Best Heritage Restaurant. ROGERS PARK Art is central to this community, from vibrant public artwork along the CTA Red Line tracks for the Mile of Murals project to the Greenleaf Art Center , where more than 50 artists work and host regular exhibitions, open studio events, and creative workshops. There’s also a strong theatre scene, from literary adaptations at Lifeline Theatre to action-packed plays at Babes With Blades Theatre Company and unapologetic original productions at The Factory Theater . Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie-style Emil Bach House is an amazing place for an overnight stay. EDGEWATER The Edgewater Theatre District includes more than 20 local theatres, from the Raven Theatre and Chicago Filmmakers to DB Comedy . Along the lakefront, the Bryn Mawr Historic District is home to several Chicago landmarks from the 1920s and ‘30s. Kids will love the new playground at the Berger Park Cultural Center . Edgewater is also a great spot for antique shopping and sampling a wide variety of global restaurants. LOGAN SQUARE One of Chicago’s hippest neighborhoods attracts visitors with its indie spirit and creative energy. Plan an evening of sipping and supping here, where you’ll find everything from funky noodle shops and Michelin-rated restaurants to trend-setting cocktail bars and craft breweries, like tropical Lost Lake and the city’s groundbreaking Revolution Brewpub . Catch live blues at Rosa’s Lounge , a family-run club that’s been part of the Logan Square nightlife scene since the ‘80s. Get a bird’s-eye view of the area by hiking or biking The 606 , an elevated trail that runs through the neighborhood, and treat yourself to a sinful slice close to the path at Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits . Explore all Chicago neighborhoods at choosechicago.com/ neighborhoods . Lost Lake LINCOLN PARK This picturesque neighborhood’s crown jewel is its namesake park that boasts tons of lush lakefront green space with sweeping city views. Nature lovers will want to check out the free Lincoln Park Zoo , Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum , and Lincoln Park Conservatory , all located within walking distance of each other. Learn about our city and its fascinating stories through interactive exhibits at the Chicago History Museum . Catch a play at the acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company or Victory Gardens Theater , followed by a late-night blues set at the legendary Kingston Mines . TOP TO BOTTOM: ADAM ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY; VICTOR POWELL PHOTOGRAPHY Lincoln Park 40 choosechicago.com
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