Polonia Triangle

Polonia Triangle is a triangular intersection where Division Street, Ashland Avenue, and Milwaukee Avenue meet, marked by a central cast iron fountain at the center. The area includes various buildings reflecting Polish heritage and local shops that shape the neighborhood's character and appearance.

From the 1920s through the 1930s, this area was the center of Chicago's Polish community, with roughly 80 percent of the city's Polish population concentrated here. The neighborhood grew into a vital social and economic hub for Polish immigrants and their families.

The neighborhood holds the Chopin Theatre, Polish Museum of America, and several Polish organizations where you can experience Polish art, music, and traditions. Walking through, you will notice how these institutions keep Polish culture active through performances and community events.

A Blue Line subway station entrance connects the area to downtown Chicago and O'Hare International Airport, while multiple bus routes serve the district. The intersection is easy to reach on foot, and public transit makes it simple to move around the city.

The central monument at the intersection honors writer Nelson Algren, who wrote extensively about the Polish immigrant experience in this area during the mid-twentieth century. His works document the lives and struggles of the Polish community during that era.

Location: Illinois

GPS coordinates: 41.90360,-87.66720

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:29