Edgewater, Residential neighborhood and gay village in north Chicago, United States
Located between Foster Avenue and Devon Avenue, Edgewater extends from Ravenswood Avenue to Lake Michigan, featuring residential buildings and lakefront beaches.
John Lewis Cochran established Edgewater in 1885 as the first electric-illuminated residential subdivision adjacent to Chicago, marking a significant development milestone.
The neighborhood contains over twenty theatre companies, including Jackalope Theatre and Raven Theatre, presenting diverse productions throughout the year.
The Chicago Transit Authority serves Edgewater through multiple Red Line stations, including Berwyn, Bryn Mawr, Thorndale, and Granville stations.
Beginning in the 1990s, Edgewater attracted numerous lesbian couples and feminist business owners, contributing to its status as an LGBTQ+ friendly area.
Location: Chicago
Shares border with: Rogers Park
GPS coordinates: 41.99000,-87.66000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:32
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