Ukrainian Village, Cultural neighborhood in West Town, Chicago, US
Ukrainian Village extends from Division Street to Grand Avenue and from Western Avenue to Damen Avenue. The area contains brick buildings and historic homes that shape its physical character.
German settlers first inhabited the area in the mid-1800s before Ukrainian immigrants established their presence around the turn of the 1900s. The neighborhood took its current form through successive waves of immigration and settlement.
Three major Ukrainian churches anchor the neighborhood and remain centers of community life. Local shops and restaurants along Chicago Avenue keep Ukrainian traditions alive in daily operations and social gatherings.
The neighborhood is best explored on foot, with Chicago Avenue and nearby streets offering the main points of interest for visitors. The Ukrainian National Museum provides organized insight into the area's history and culture.
The neighborhood received Chicago Landmark District status in 2002, protecting its architectural character and heritage. This designation reflects the area's significance in Chicago's ethnic and urban story.
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