Lincoln Park, Residential district on Chicago's North Side, US
Lincoln Park extends between Lake Michigan and the Chicago River on the north side of the city and offers residential streets with old rowhouses and newer high-rises. The area borders directly on the park of the same name and runs for several kilometers along the lakeshore.
A military post stood here from 1824 and formed the starting point for later settlement as a residential area. The zoo opened in 1868 and is therefore one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
The district takes its name from the large park along its eastern edge and shows many small theaters and art galleries along the main streets. Visitors see restored rows of brick and sandstone houses next to modern apartment buildings with large windows while walking.
Visitors reach the residential area from downtown using several CTA trains that stop at different points and allow short walks. A stroll along the lakefront promenade and through the side streets with well-kept front gardens is recommended.
The zoo within the park charges no admission and opens year-round, which is rare in American cities. Visitors also discover a small conservatory and a restored lily pool from the 1930s in the park.
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