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Chicago's most diverse area, containing a range of ethnic shops and eateries, from Mexican to Thai, Korean to Middle Eastern, and others, wasn't always this diverse. In the early 1900s, Germans and Swedes settled the area, and by 1912 it became home to a large number of Russian Jews. In the 1970s the area became a port of entry for Asians and Latin Americans. By the 1990s the area claimed the largest numbers of Koreans, Filipinos, and Guatemalans in Chicago. Chicago Teachers Union, Chicago Christmas, Albany Park, Yesterday And Today, Illinois

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Chicago's most diverse area, containing a range of ethnic shops and eateries, from Mexican to Thai, Korean to Middle Eastern, and others, wasn't always this diverse. In the early 1900s, Germans and Swedes settled the area, and by 1912 it became home to a large number of Russian Jews. In the 1970s the area became a port of entry for Asians and Latin Americans. By the 1990s the area claimed the largest numbers of Koreans, Filipinos, and Guatemalans in Chicago.

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An influx of Swedish immigrants came to live and work on the farms in the area in the 1850s. While many of them moved out of the area during the Depression and post-war periods, their influence has remained strong. Andersonville is home to the Swedish American Museum, the Swedish Bakery, a handful of other Swedish shops, and the Swedish-themed summer festival, Midsommarfest, all the while making the neighborhood one of the most concentrated areas of Swedish culture in the country.

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After the turn of the century horse-pulled trolleys were replaced by electric streetcars. Since the area was more easily accessible and there was an influx of immigrant laborers from Western European, population increased. Archer Avenue became the a major artery that connected the neighborhood's residents to the nearby stockyards and the business district downtown.

Comiskey Park stands out; there is no doubt what's the most popular destination and best-known landmark in the AS area. The stadium's design and architecture has been blasted ever since it was built, but one thing that has always stood out are the iconic "spinning wheels" atop the scoreboard. Old Comiskey had 9 of these wheels; New Comiskey only has 7. It is always a thrill when one of them hits a home run, the lights on the "wheels" spin, and fireworks shoot out from behind the scoreboard. Major League Baseball Teams, Cubs Fan, Fireworks

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Comiskey Park stands out; there is no doubt what's the most popular destination and best-known landmark in the AS area. The stadium's design and architecture has been blasted ever since it was built, but one thing that has always stood out are the iconic "spinning wheels" atop the scoreboard. Old Comiskey had 9 of these wheels; New Comiskey only has 7. It is always a thrill when one of them hits a home run, the lights on the "wheels" spin, and fireworks shoot out from behind the scoreboard.

The neighborhood of Ashburn was predominantly Irish-Catholic until the 1990s, and until that point was commonly referred to as "St. Denis." That is the name of the church and parish that residents belong to, and thoughout Chicago's history, referring to the area by it's parish name is a common theme on the city's southwest side. Scottsdale, on the western side, is often referred to as St. Bede, while Wrightwood, to the east, is commonly called St. Thomas More (or "Tommy More"). Irish Catholic, St Denis, Visit Chicago, St Thomas, Four Square, Badges, 1990s

The neighborhood of Ashburn was predominantly Irish-Catholic until the 1990s, and until that point was commonly referred to as "St. Denis." That is the name of the church and parish that residents belong to, and thoughout Chicago's history, referring to the area by it's parish name is a common theme on the city's southwest side. Scottsdale, on the western side, is often referred to as St. Bede, while Wrightwood, to the east, is commonly called St. Thomas More (or "Tommy More").

Once predominantly Irish-Catholic, the racial makeup changed in the the 1960s and 1970s when African Americans began moving into the area from surrounding communities. Where this neighborhood differs from others is that the transition was aided by strong community leadership and churches in the neighborhood, most notably St. Sabina. The transition was "more peaceful" because of this support and leadership, and it had less effect on property values and a less embittering experience for many. Nostalgic Images, Chicago Area, Property Values, Auburn, How To Memorize Things

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Once predominantly Irish-Catholic, the racial makeup changed in the the 1960s and 1970s when African Americans began moving into the area from surrounding communities. Where this neighborhood differs from others is that the transition was aided by strong community leadership and churches in the neighborhood, most notably St. Sabina. The transition was "more peaceful" because of this support and leadership, and it had less effect on property values and a less embittering experience for many.

Austin has grown into one of Chicago's largest areas, in size and population. It has changed from a village of large frame homes into a highly populated area with brick two-flats, small frame houses, and bungalows. Austin's 19th C. village feel is not gone. The Midway Park area has neoclassical and Queen Anne–style homes, many designed by Schock, and several by Frank Lloyd Wright. Another crown jewel is Columbus Park, designed by Jens Jensen in 1920. Columbus Park, Chalk It Up, Large Frames, Neoclassical, Queen Anne, Brick

Austin has grown into one of Chicago's largest areas, in size and population. It has changed from a village of large frame homes into a highly populated area with brick two-flats, small frame houses, and bungalows. Austin's 19th C. village feel is not gone. The Midway Park area has neoclassical and Queen Anne–style homes, many designed by Schock, and several by Frank Lloyd Wright. Another crown jewel is Columbus Park, designed by Jens Jensen in 1920.

In the 1960 census, only 6 of the area's 12,710 residents were African-American. Ten years later, A-As made up 83% of the population. Unlike most neighborhoods that experienced such rapid racial transition, the average educational level increased, while the poverty rate decreased. Many new residents were middle-class doctors, lawyers, businessmen, and other professionals, factors that helped keep homeownership rates high and maintained the middle-class character of the community. Avalon Park, Home Ownership, African Americans

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In the 1960 census, only 6 of the area's 12,710 residents were African-American. Ten years later, A-As made up 83% of the population. Unlike most neighborhoods that experienced such rapid racial transition, the average educational level increased, while the poverty rate decreased. Many new residents were middle-class doctors, lawyers, businessmen, and other professionals, factors that helped keep homeownership rates high and maintained the middle-class character of the community.

A working-class community, Avondale was home to the factories for Florsheim Shoes, Olson Rug, and Dad's Root Beer. The Basilica of St. Hyacinth and St. Wenceslaus are gathering places for the Poles in Avondale and the surrounding areas. First arriving in the 1890s, they made the area a port of entry for many arriving immigrants. Experiencing gentrification in recent years, much of its Polish character, with Polish bakeries, restaurants, businesses, remains strong. St Wenceslaus, Dads Root Beer, Working Class, Factories

A working-class community, Avondale was home to the factories for Florsheim Shoes, Olson Rug, and Dad's Root Beer. The Basilica of St. Hyacinth and St. Wenceslaus are gathering places for the Poles in Avondale and the surrounding areas. First arriving in the 1890s, they made the area a port of entry for many arriving immigrants. Experiencing gentrification in recent years, much of its Polish character, with Polish bakeries, restaurants, businesses, remains strong.

Immortalized for its pollution and poverty in Upton Sinclair's book The Jungle, the area is home to one of the nation's oldest community organizations that is still functioning. Founded in 1939 the BYNC was a democratic organization where people could express needs and gain improvements by direct action. Rather than individuals, membership on the council was based on local organizations. The closing of the stock yards brought change, and the BYNC pressured banks to release funds for mortgages. Community Organizing

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Immortalized for its pollution and poverty in Upton Sinclair's book The Jungle, the area is home to one of the nation's oldest community organizations that is still functioning. Founded in 1939 the BYNC was a democratic organization where people could express needs and gain improvements by direct action. Rather than individuals, membership on the council was based on local organizations. The closing of the stock yards brought change, and the BYNC pressured banks to release funds for mortgages.

Belmont Cragin was built on commerce and industry. Slow to develop after the first settlers in the latter part of the 1800s, the wide open spaces helped attract manufacturing businesses. These companies' large workforces prompted railroads that spurred residential growth. The mid-1900s saw a drop in manufacturing employment, but the 1976 opening of the Brickyard Shopping Mall added new vitality. Further revitalization was prompted by residents' "home reinvestment campaign." Community Reinvestment Act, Investing In Land, Investment Property For Sale, Investment Portfolio, Shopping Mall, Real Estate Marketing

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Belmont Cragin was built on commerce and industry. Slow to develop after the first settlers in the latter part of the 1800s, the wide open spaces helped attract manufacturing businesses. These companies' large workforces prompted railroads that spurred residential growth. The mid-1900s saw a drop in manufacturing employment, but the 1976 opening of the Brickyard Shopping Mall added new vitality. Further revitalization was prompted by residents' "home reinvestment campaign."

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inescapable. Hell, St. Patrick's day is practically a holiday in Beverly, and residents aren't afraid to admit it. But this neighborhood isn't just shamrocks and leprechauns. I spent the first 22 years of my life as a resident of this beautiful "Village in the City." Tree-lined streets, Top Notch Beefburgers, tons of parks, Rainbow Cone, summer baseball and soccer leagues, Janson's... Beverly was definitely a great place for this kid to grow up.