Lincoln SquareLincoln Square

The North Side neighborhoods of Lincoln Square and Ravenswood combine the Old World charm of German village architecture and plenty of German food with hip, urban boutiques and retailers. The cobblestone stretch of Lincoln Avenue that most people associate with Lincoln Square is a picturesque row of storefronts that includes a gourmet cookware store, an authentic German restaurant and tavern, a European patisserie and an old-fashioned apothecary among many other unique businesses.

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Abraham Lincoln Statue Abraham Lincoln Statue

Sculptor Avard Fairbanks, Gutzon Borglum’s (Mt. Rushmore) protégé, completed Lloyd Ostendorf’s winning concept from a 1950s nationwide contest. This beardless Abraham Lincoln stands in the courtyard at Western and Lawrence in the neighborhood named after the President.

Location: 4801 N. Lincoln Ave.

Art in the Square Art in the Square

Art in the Square conducts art classes for children and adults, who then hang their artwork for sale on the walls. The studio and instructors are also available for private parties.

Location:2314 W. Leland Ave.

Berlin Wall Monument Berlin Wall Monument

4648 N. Western Ave. | Free Admission

Inside the Western Brown Line station is a remaining piece of the Berlin Wall that was donated to the city in 2008. It's fittingly installed in this neighborhood whose German legacy is still evident.

DANK-HAUS German Cultural DANK-HAUS German Cultural Center Center

The historic DANK-HAUS German Cultural Center hosts rotating art exhibits, annual events such as Oktoberfest, monthly jazz concerts on the terrace, German cinema (series include German Cinema Now and Kaffee, Kuchen und Kino), and other celebrations of German-American history and culture. The six story building, located in Lincoln Square, Chicago's traditionally German neighborhood, has a rich history and fascinating architectural details.

DANK Chicago was founded in 1959 as a chapter of the nation-wide organization German American National Congress. With a chapter membership of around 800, DANK Chicago represents Americans of German descent, their friends and families, and the public in general.

Yearly events, such as our Spring Festival with GAPA (German American Police Association), Oktoberfest with Niedersachsen, and Sylvester Ball on New Year's Eve add to the rich, cultural heritage celebrated here at DANK Chicago. DANK Chicago also participates in May Fest Chicago, the Steuben Day Parade on Western Avenue, and other activities in Lincoln Square.

Location:

4740 N. Western Ave.

Krause Music Store Krause Music Store Now a private firm’s offices, this Chicago Landmark is famous architect Louis Sullivan's last commissioned work. With its terra-cotta ornamentation restored and interiors modernized, it remains in beautiful condition.

Location:4611 N. Lincoln Ave

Lincoln Square Mural and Lincoln Square Mural and Maypole Maypole The 3,000-square-

foot Lincoln Square Mural by Lothar Sanchez-Speer located at Leland and Lincoln, features historical and iconic buildings and landscapes of Germany.

Location:W. Leland Ave. & N.

Lincoln Ave.

Old Town School of MusicOld Town School of Music Music, Theater & Dance 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. 4545 N. Lincoln Ave. 773.728.6000

Founded in 1957, the Old Town School of Folk Music, the nation’s largest independent community arts school, is a not-for-profit organization that teaches and celebrates music and cultural expressions rooted in the traditions of diverse Chicago, American and global communities. Over 160 concerts and performances are produced yearly in the School’s critically acclaimed concert hall.

DININGDINING

Barba Yianni Grecian Barba Yianni Grecian TavernaTavernaGreek4761 N. Lincoln Ave.Chicago IL 60625773.878.6400

With décor reminiscent of the Grecian countryside, Barba Yianni has a menu filled with Greek specialties, from flaming saganaki cheese to kokkinisto (red-sauce stew) or arni psito (roasted) lamb dishes.

Café SelmarieCafé Selmarie4729 N. Lincoln Ave.773.989.5595

A neighborhood staple since 1983, Café Selmarie offers beautiful and delicious pastries and meals. Its location next to Giddings Plaza in the heart of Lincoln Square makes it the perfect spot for enjoying a meal outdoors on a nice summer day.

Chicago Brau HouseChicago Brau House For over 40 years we have

been serving up good cheer in Chicago's Lincoln Square Neighborhood. We offer a friendly Bavarian atmosphere where friends and family of all ages can enjoy a good meal, a stein of cold beer and dance along to the sounds of the world famous Brauhaus Trio. It is always Oktoberfest at the Chicago Brauhaus.

We hope to see you soon!Your Hosts Harry and

Guenter Kempf4732 N Lincoln Ave Chicago

IL 60625

Costello’sCostello’sWelcome to Costello

Sandwich & Sides, an old world sandwich shop featuring gourmet oven-baked sandwiches, heartwarming soups, and made from scratch side dishes. Each sandwich is made to order using only the freshest and highest quality meats, cheeses, breads and vegetables, all prepared to perfection.

SHOPPINGSHOPPING

The Book Cellar a unique 2-in-1 bookstore and cozy café serving wine.

4736 N. Lincoln Ave

Ravenswood Used Books Ravenswood Used Books The bibliophile

will love a used bookstore covered wall-to-wall in books of all varieties.

4626 N. Lincoln Ave

Laurie's Planet of Sound Laurie's Planet of Sound

Music fans should check out the independent record store Laurie's Planet of Sound

4639 N. Lincoln Ave.

Quake Collectibles Quake Collectibles

Quake Collectibles respectively. If not, the owners of each store will be happy to help you in your search.

4628 N. Lincoln Ave.

Merz ApothecaryMerz Apothecary Merz Apothecary is a

Chicago landmark (tour buses from around the Midwest make regular stops at the Apothecary) and a mecca for people who want unique and natural products for their bodies. The store sends packages to customers around the world and has been featured often in local, national, and international media. Over the years the careful product selection has continued, and now the shop boasts, among its impressive product assortment, the largest collection of natural and luxury soaps from around the world under one roof.

How we will get thereHow we will get thereWe will walk to

the Harold Washington Library at Van Buren and State to get on the Brown Line. We will get off at Western Avenue