Chicago - Ukrainian Village
Ukrainian Village is a unique neighborhood located along Chicago Avenue that has retained much of the character of a European community. The community is home to many ornate orthodox cathedrals, such as St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, and Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Cathedral with gorgeous domes. Located south of Wicker Park, the area has historically been a safe, middle-class neighborhood.
"Ukrainian Village and East Village are part of the larger West Town community area. The two villages are known for their lovely, tree-lined streets, old-world shops and affordable restaurants, as well as trendy bars and attractions, including the popular Empty Bottle music club and Redmoon Theater."
Source: ExploreChicago.org
Ukrainian Village Neighborhood Association
West Town Chamber of Commerce
"Ukrainian Village is a Chicago neighborhood located on the west side of the Chicago downtown. Its boundaries are Division Street to the north, Grand Avenue to the south, Western Avenue to the west, and Damen Avenue to the east. It is one of the neighborhoods in the West Town community area."
Source: Wikipedia
"Ukrainian Village is easily reached by several CTA bus routes including the Damen and Western Avenue buses on the neighborhood's eastern and western borders, as well as the Division and Grand buses on the northern and southern borders. To travel through the center of the community, just hop on the bisecting Chicago Avenue bus."
Source: Chicago City & Neighborhood Guide
Map
Chicago Transit Authority
"In fact, the Ukrainian Village is home to quite a few trendy Chicago hangouts. Ultra-cool dance clubs are always a hit and live bands come from all over the country (and world) to perform at Ukrainian Village's popular bar stages like the Empty Bottle and Dark Room. Once a year, residents prepare for a customary celebration of their heritage with the Ukrainian Village Fest, which is centered around the neighborhood's prized churches. Tons of Chicagoans join local neighbors for an all-out party of traditional foods, a spirited beer garden, live music and fun-filled games."
Source: Dreamtown
Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art
Ukrainian National Museum
Dining & Entertainment - Metromix Guide
Some of the city's best-rated schools are found in the Gold Coast neighborhood including Ogden Elementary (a highly-regarded primary school), the Latin School college preparatory (junior kindergarten through twelfth grade), and Loyola University's Water Tower campus.
Chicago Public Schools
Neighboring Communities
Chicago's Lincoln Park Neighborhood
Chicago's River North Neighborhood
Chicago's Streeterville Neighborhood
Chicago - Old Town
Chicago - Near North Side
