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December 28, 2022

A Stroll Through Lincoln Park — Past and Present

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A Stroll Through Lincoln Park — Past and Present

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Listener Andie Linker grew up in Lincoln Park and loves the expansive green spaces throughout the area. Her parents have been residents for decades and are known for throwing one of the best block parties. Andie reached out to City Cast Chicago because she said while she loves her community, she believes it’s important to acknowledge and repair the long history of gentrification, displacement, and erasure. In September, host Jacoby Cochran visited Oz Park in Lincoln Park with Andie to learn more about her personal history, love for the neighborhood, and her favorite things to see, do, and eat in Lincoln Park and Old Town.


Spots Andie recommends:

Annette’s Italian Ice

Pasta Palazzo

Cedar Palace

Batter & Berries

Pequod’s

Lincoln Park Conservatory

Lincoln Park Zoo

The Second Child

Second City

Zanies Comedy Club


We have got more tours of the Northside for you including Uptown, Edgewater & Rogers Park, and Lincoln Square! 


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