Oak Lawn, Village in Cook County, Illinois, US
Oak Lawn extends over 8.59 square miles between Cicero Avenue and Central Avenue, featuring residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and multiple parks.
The area transformed from Black Oak Grove Road in 1859 to an incorporated village in 1909, establishing essential services including electric infrastructure.
The local population of 58,362 residents represents a mix of White, African American, Asian, and Hispanic communities who participate in township activities.
The village maintains 22 parks across 300 acres with facilities including playgrounds, sports courts, swimming pools, an ice arena, and golf courses.
On April 21, 1967, an F4 tornado struck Oak Lawn, affecting 900 buildings and leading to substantial reconstruction efforts throughout the community.
Location: Cook County
Inception: 1909
Website: http://oaklawn-il.gov
GPS coordinates: 41.71500,-87.75330
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:25
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Marquette Park
7.2 km
S. A. Foster House and Stable
11.2 km
William and Jessie M. Adams House
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Mosque Foundation
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Sherman Park
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Haunted Trails
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Yale Apartments
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Palmer Park
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Iglehart House
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Hollywood Park
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Carter G. Woodson Regional Library
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Cornell Square
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Children's Museum in Oak Lawn
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West Chatham Bungalow Historic District
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George R. Thorne House
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Auburn Gresham Bungalow Historic District
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Apostolic House of Prayer
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