ElementYES Guidebook: Humboldt Park, Chicago
Neighborhoods
Humbolt Park is a historical residential neighborhood filled to the brim with families, small businesses, and diverse restaurants. Humbolt Park is slowly becoming a trendy area of the city, yet still manages to have an original personality. "Drive along North Avenue between Western and Pulaski any day of the week and you are awed by the sight of Humboldt Park, its size and greenery and historic buildings and community gatherings. One of Chicago's 77 designated community areas, it is located on the West Side in a largely Puerto Rican neighborhood that is noted for its dynamic social and ethnic demographic change over the last 50 years. The 207-acre park is the centerpiece of the community. Named for Alexander von Humboldt, a German naturalist and geographer, the park features three major historical buildings--the Boat House, the Field House and the Historic Stables. The park was laid out in 1869. Over the years, the neighborhood was home to Scandinavians, then European Jews, then Polish, then Puerto Ricans, African Americans, Mexicans and other Latinos. In 1980, Puerto Ricans were the largest ethnic group in Humboldt Park. In 2001, they founded the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture. In 2009, they moved the museum into the historic Humboldt Park stables and receptory. It is the only museum of its kind in the United States. Originally completed in 1895, the stables and receptory is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Chicago Landmark. The building's design highlights the Germanic character of the neighborhood in the 1890s and is a fanciful creation of various roofs, finials, brick and half-timbering. The park is bordered by North Avenue to the North, Western Avenue to the East, Pulaski Road to the West and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks to the South." We would not recommend walking too far west of the immediate neighborhood surrounding the park though as safety parameters are not universal.
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洪堡公園
1400 N Humboldt DrHumbolt Park is a historical residential neighborhood filled to the brim with families, small businesses, and diverse restaurants. Humbolt Park is slowly becoming a trendy area of the city, yet still manages to have an original personality. "Drive along North Avenue between Western and Pulaski any day of the week and you are awed by the sight of Humboldt Park, its size and greenery and historic buildings and community gatherings. One of Chicago's 77 designated community areas, it is located on the West Side in a largely Puerto Rican neighborhood that is noted for its dynamic social and ethnic demographic change over the last 50 years. The 207-acre park is the centerpiece of the community. Named for Alexander von Humboldt, a German naturalist and geographer, the park features three major historical buildings--the Boat House, the Field House and the Historic Stables. The park was laid out in 1869. Over the years, the neighborhood was home to Scandinavians, then European Jews, then Polish, then Puerto Ricans, African Americans, Mexicans and other Latinos. In 1980, Puerto Ricans were the largest ethnic group in Humboldt Park. In 2001, they founded the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture. In 2009, they moved the museum into the historic Humboldt Park stables and receptory. It is the only museum of its kind in the United States. Originally completed in 1895, the stables and receptory is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Chicago Landmark. The building's design highlights the Germanic character of the neighborhood in the 1890s and is a fanciful creation of various roofs, finials, brick and half-timbering. The park is bordered by North Avenue to the North, Western Avenue to the East, Pulaski Road to the West and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks to the South." We would not recommend walking too far west of the immediate neighborhood surrounding the park though as safety parameters are not universal.
Live music
The California Clipper is an excellent local gem for live music, such as brass, jazz, soul, and more... Plus, they have an excellent cocktail selection and mocktail offerings. Please note: The venue usually has a $5 cover charge and only cash is accepted at the door
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The California Clipper
1002 North California AvenueThe California Clipper is an excellent local gem for live music, such as brass, jazz, soul, and more... Plus, they have an excellent cocktail selection and mocktail offerings. Please note: The venue usually has a $5 cover charge and only cash is accepted at the door
Food scene
Café Marie-Jeanne is a quaint local restaurant with cost effective, yet delicious breakfast and brunch dining options.
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Café Marie-Jeanne
1001 N California AveCafé Marie-Jeanne is a quaint local restaurant with cost effective, yet delicious breakfast and brunch dining options.
Humboldt House sandwich bar is a hidden gem in plain sight! It makes fresh deli sandwiches at affordable prices. I'd highly recommend "The West Sider Sandwich" or the "Haus Ruben." They also have a bar with a variety of tap beer offerings that doubles as a spot for locals to converse so grab a seat when you go!
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Humboldt Haus
2958 W North AveHumboldt House sandwich bar is a hidden gem in plain sight! It makes fresh deli sandwiches at affordable prices. I'd highly recommend "The West Sider Sandwich" or the "Haus Ruben." They also have a bar with a variety of tap beer offerings that doubles as a spot for locals to converse so grab a seat when you go!
ArePA George is a local Colombian restaurant that makes phenomenal Arepas from scratch. I'd highly recommend their Arepa con todo or Ropa Vieja Arepa with a Lulo juice.
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ArePA George
1552 N Kedzie AveArePA George is a local Colombian restaurant that makes phenomenal Arepas from scratch. I'd highly recommend their Arepa con todo or Ropa Vieja Arepa with a Lulo juice.
Sightseeing
"Located in the vast Humboldt Park District is the Humboldt Park Boathouse. The Boathouse provides a serene alternative to the athletic facilities and playgrounds. Known for its prairie-style architecture, the Boathouse is a place to experience nature. You can take a walk along the lagoon or enjoy lunch in the Boathouse Café. The multiple gardens, historic statues, and park pathways offer a deep contrast to the busy, urban environment of the city.
Humboldt Park Boathouse, 1301 N Sacramento Ave, Chicago, IL, USA +1 773 742 7549" - Culture Trip
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Humboldt Park Boathouse
1301 North Humboldt Drive"Located in the vast Humboldt Park District is the Humboldt Park Boathouse. The Boathouse provides a serene alternative to the athletic facilities and playgrounds. Known for its prairie-style architecture, the Boathouse is a place to experience nature. You can take a walk along the lagoon or enjoy lunch in the Boathouse Café. The multiple gardens, historic statues, and park pathways offer a deep contrast to the busy, urban environment of the city.
Humboldt Park Boathouse, 1301 N Sacramento Ave, Chicago, IL, USA +1 773 742 7549" - Culture Trip