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2020
Saturday, July 11 & Sunday, July 12
and beyond!
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE SELF-GUIDED TOUR
featuring
Public Art, Parks,
Landmarks, Churches,
Notable Places, Schools
Music and Gardens
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July 11 + 12 Bucktown Neighborhood and Garden Walk 2020 The Bucktown Garden Walk is brought to you by Jeff Lowe // jeff@thelowegroupchicago.com // 312.339.1133 Welcome! The Bucktown Garden Walk is now the Bucktown Neighborhood & Garden Walk. This year’s event brought some obvious challenges — but challenges breed creativity! We have limited participation to front gardens viewable from the sidewalk and parkways, and added public art, landmarks, schools, churches, parks and other notable places. Follow along using this guide and our Online Map. We have also included a sample of favorite neighborhood businesses—certainly not a complete list! Please note some businesses may be affected by Covid, call before visiting. Also this year, we have added Garden Happenings, sponsored by Alex Ilich of Wintrust Mortgage, featuring musicians and artists on the front porches of several Bucktown residences. How to Use this Guide The guide is laid out in four quadrants, each quadrant contains an associated map. We have listed the map items by location. Simply follow the numbered garden circles sequentially or on a path that makes sense to you and you’ll hit all the other points of interest. Print or follow along on your phone, or use this guide in conjunction with the online map located at Bucktown.org.
Rules
Masks Required
Observe Social Distance Rules
Maintain 6 feet
Suggested Donation / $5
Please consider supporting our community by contributing $5 at Bucktown.org.
Stay Hydrated
Remember to stay hydrated throughout the day. Due to COVID, there will not be
any official water stations.
Thank You to our Volunteers!
This event was put on by a dedicated few. Of note, thank you Darien Hallagan,
Sam Marts, Kim Kozimor, Aaron Blanke, Jennifer Ackerman, Steve Jensen,
Eva Bergant, Jeff Biggus and the SSA 33.
Garden Happenings
Garden Happenings are brought to you by
Alex Ilich // ailich@wintrustmortgage.com // 312.560.2579
Enjoy the Arts!
This is our first year placing artists inside gardens, and we’ve got an amazing
line-up including 11 local and international musicians playing Jazz/R&B,
Opera, Gypsy-Jazz, Rock, Classical and Family Music, and a visual artist painting/
sketching whose proceeds benefit multiple charities.
SATURDAY, 7/11 SUNDAY, 7/12
10:00 Aaron Dorfman Alexandra Loutsion, soprano
2033 N Honore Annie Rosen, mezzo soprano
1877 N Winnebago
12:00 Tunes with Tim Robert Schultz
(family music) 2068 N Hoyne
1830 N Hoyne
2:00 Phil Angotti Edgar Gabriel
1838 N Wood 1846 N Hoyne
3:00 Michael Ehrenreich Alfonso Ponticelli
Lauren Ramsey, Lauren Ramsey,
visual artist visual artist
2119 N Hoyne 2119 N Hoyne
4:30 The Kahil El’Zabar Trio Alfonso Ponticelli
featuring Corey Wilkes Edgar Gabriel
and Justin Dillard 2137 W Homer
1844 N Wood
Click on an artist’s name to read bio at the end of this guide.
History of the Name ‘Bucktown’ The area around Milwaukee and Armitage was one of the early settlements of Chicago, predating 1833. Bucktown was named for the goats kept by the early Polish and German settlers. Male goats are called bucks, hence ‘Bucktown’ was born. In 1973 the Bucktown Community Organization (the BCO) and the surrounding community organizations established the borders of the neighborhoods, set at that time as: North Avenue on the south, Western on the West, Fullerton on the North and the Kennedy or the River on the East. A Sincere Thank You to our Supporters! 2020 Bucktown Garden Walk Sponsor The Nicholson School The Lowe Group, Compass Realty Preschool Open House, July 11&12, 9–noon Garden Happenings Sponsor Alex Ilich, Wintrust Mortgage Bennett Day School Eva Bergant, @properties Real Estate UPS Store Bucktown Ann Nolan, State Farm Insurance Itai Hasak, Compass Realty Lottie’s Pub Gallery Café FlowerLife, Inc. Map Room Shiva Shack Yoga Playground JuiceRx Frog Temple Pilates & Yoga Brian Henderson, Jameson Sotheby’s etta International Realty
Streets and Borders What’s In A Name?—Bucktown’s Changing Street Names Early Street names reflected the original Bucktown Residents: Kosciusko, Sobieski, Pulaski and Leipsig. In 1895 a German contingent of the City renamed streets: Hamburg, Frankfort, Berlin and Holstein. During WWI names reverted to Anglo-Saxon names: McLean, Shakespeare, Charlestown, Palmer. Western Avenue 2400 W Named as the Western Boundary of Chicago from 1851 to 1869, this really long (27.38 miles) street passes through many Chicago neighborhoods. North Avenue 1600 N The northern border of Chicago upon its incorporation. Milwaukee Avenue This street began as a Native American trail, predating the grid pattern of many of the streets it intersects. True to its name, it eventually winds its way up to Wisconsin. The muddy trail was first stabilized to a “plank” road with privately owned tolls in 1849. In 1865, gravel was added and eventually the road was paved. Through the centuries this corridor has seen horse-drawn busses, street cars, and eventually the elevated tracks which went all the way to Logan Square. Damen Avenue 2000 W First named Fond de Lac Road, then changed to Robey for a west side developer, Damen was named for Father Arnold Damen, the founder of Loyola University, in 1927. Armitage Avenue 2000 N The street is either named for A. Armitage, an early Chicago Mason, or Thomas Armitage, the founder of the American Bible Union. In 1863, it became the north edge of the city (in the section running through Bucktown) as Chicago edged north. Wabansia Avenue 1750 N Named for Chief Waubonsie of the Pottawatomi Native American tribe. He was known for his peace-making efforts following the war of 1812 and Black Hawk War in 1832.
Map Quadrant 1 North of Armitage, West of Damen We have listed the map items by location. Simply follow the numbered garden circles sequentially or on a path that makes sense to you and you’ll hit the other points of interest. jump to: Map Quadrant 2 South of Armitage, West of Damen Map Quadrant 3 South of Armitage, East of Damen Map Quadrant 4 North of Armitage, East of Damen
Click on the address below to jump to description
1 2330 W Medill 8 2077 N Hoyne
2 2335 W Belden Art Deco Statue of Liberty
Senior Citizens Park Covenant Presbyterian Church
of Chicago
3 2156 N Claremont
Schlitz Tied House 1
Holstein Park and Field House
9 2035 N Hoyne
Dog Mural
10 2040 N Hoyne
4 2226 N Hamilton, #1
11 2068 N Hoyne
Chicago International
Charter School 12 2136 W Dickens
5 2243 N Hoyne Pulaski International School
of Chicago
St. Hedwig Catholic Church
13 2059 N Oakley
St. Hedwig Grotto
14 2060 N Oakley
WW1 Monument
15 2327 W Dickens
6 2119 N Hoyne
16 2329 W Dickens
7 2114 N Hoyne
Ali Six & El Barto Mural
Numbered Guide
Map Quadrant 1
1 2330 W Medill
There are three sections in my front garden. On the street side, there are lush
hostas. On the side in front there are various plants and flowers. Directly in front
of the house, there are bushes, ferns, flowers and plants, beautifully arranged.
2 2335 W Belden
Our stainless steel container and artificial grass welcome you from the street.
Peek over the fence at our bursting assortment of lush annuals and vivid
perennials. The front yard is a haven for birds of all types who enjoy playful
baths or a quick drink from our fountain. Don’t forget to look up at our eclectic
assortment of birdhouses.
Senior Citizens Park 2228 N Oakley
This site of a former elementary school hosts the Annual Bucktown Arts
Festival. It is also a tree museum with 40+ tree species.
Quesadilla La Reina Del Sur 2235 N Western
A completely vegetarian Mexican restaurant known for modern interpretations
of classic dishes.
Sideshow Gallery 2219 N Western
A unique and magical place celebrating the local artist and freak scene. In
the shop you will find unique one of a kind natural specimens, skulls and
taxidermy, handmade jewelry, oddities and vintage treasures, candles, herbs
and tools to perform magic, and lots of art.
The Bucktown Garden Walk is brought to you by
Jeff Lowe // jeff@thelowegroupchicago.com // 312.339.1133
MAP
Bucktown Gallery 2207 N Western, C2
A photo studio and art gallery. A gathering place for local artists and creatives
to showcase their work.
3 2156 N Claremont
Our next door neighbors, the Trinidads, have tended to our garden since we
moved to the neighborhood in 2018. They have planted an amazingly unique
array of plants that range from produce such as corn and kale to beautiful
seasonal flowers like marigolds.
Holstein Park and Field House 2200 N Oakley
This park was created as a blessing of the reform-minded, Progressive Political
Movement to create “lungs” for the city to breath. Before air conditioning,
neighbors would sleep over night in the park. The arts-and-crafts style Field
House is currently in the process of being restored.
Corner Bar 2224 N Leavitt
A true Bucktown dive bar. Neighborhood joint with cheap beers on tap & daily
drink specials in a laid-back setting.
Dog Mural 2224 N Leavitt
Artist: Unknown
4 2226 N Hamilton, #1
Our garden is still new and growing, we planted it in July 2019. We were
inspired by a garden we saw at the Bucktown Garden walk last year and added
a garden path lined with annuals this year. We look forward to watching our
garden continue to grow and adding new plants and features each year to
make our space unique.
Chicago International Charter School 2235 N Hamilton
Built as the St. Hedwig Catholic School, it is now considered the “Gold
Standard” for K-12 on-line education.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
The Nicholson School
preschool open house
July 11 + 12, 9:00 am to noon
1700 W Cortland
MAP5 2243 N Hoyne
Part of a nationally-registered Monarch butterfly way station, this pollinator
haven is bursting with wildflowers and milkweed perennials. Here you will
find butterflyweed, nasturtium, cosmos, bachelor’s buttons, and much more. The
rustic border is salvaged from felled neighborhood trees.
Pro Wrestling Tees 2344 N Damen
Exactly as the name would suggest! A store that works with some of the
greatest wrestlers in history to create their own designs.
St. Hedwig Catholic Church 2226 N Hoyne
Built on the last farm site in Bucktown for the polish community in 1888, St.
Hedwig has one of the grand “westside” edifices that seem to follow Milwaukee
Ave of the time. After surviving a most unfortunate fire on the afternoon of
April 9, 2008, St. Hedwig church has emerged to be a stronger, more beautiful
Church. The newly rebuilt church was opened in time for its 120th year
anniversary in early December 2008.
St. Hedwig Grotto 2226 N Hoyne
Facing Hoyne Ave between the Church and the School—This “Fantastic
Wilderness” is meant to frame, protect and contrast with an image of the Virgin
Mary. The 12 Alberta Spruces represent the 12 Apostles.
WW1 Monument 2060 N Webster
A homemade WW1 monoment on the NorthEast corner of Hoyne and Webster.
Created by families or groups of families to honor those who went to war, with
the four service branches represented on the four sides of the monument.
Garden Happenings are brought to you by
Alex Ilich // ailich@wintrustmortgage.com // 312.560.2579
MAP6 2119 N Hoyne
We moved into our house last summer, a huge draw for us was the 8 raised
garden beds in the side lot. Last year our home grown jalapenos and spicy
arugula were highlights from the garden. This year we are growing tomatoes,
brussel sprouts, cabbage, kale, peppers (spicy, sweet, & bell), collards, and a
variety of herbs. We have an English garden vibe going on in the back of the
yard with hanging baskets and containers of flowers.
7 2114 N Hoyne
This parkway rock garden represents years of trial and error in parkway
gardening. For years we tried to grow anything in the poor soil of the parkway
but failed spectacularly. Finally we gave up, deciding instead to build up a
rock garden and intersperse plants in soil we placed between the stones. A
variety of climbers, creepers and other shade-loving plants, including puffs of
clumping grass and a couple varieties of hostas, can be found in this 2-year old
parkway garden.
The front of the house is a work in progress, with a stone-filled “gabion basket”
retaining wall on which climbing plants will grow in the future. The concrete
porch is a perfect resting spot for a variety of containers. Keep an eye on future
construction of a second floor porch which will provide more room for window
boxes and containers, along with providing weather protection to the main
entryway below.
The Charleston Bar 2076 N Hoyne
A neighborhood tavern serving classic cocktails and a wide selection of
imported and craft beers.
8 2077 N Hoyne
Raised railroad ties with perennials mixed and matched within.
iD Chicago 2130 N Damen
Since 2001, one of the first lifestyle concept stores in Chicago. Where else can
you buy eyewear, a plant and a couch all in one place?
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
955 W Grand Avenue
MAPFirecat Projects 2124 N Damen
A gallery with the wholesome goal to promote artistic growth within the
community. Artists have total control over their time with Firecat, and the
gallery takes no commissions from sales.
Royal Grocer & Co 2118 N Damen
Named after a small grocery that stood on the corner in the 1920s, Family
Friendly Bar/Restaurant featuring locally sourced farms and breweries with
seasonal cocktails and boozy slushies. Patio with projected soccer matches in
the summer and curling during the winter.
Art Deco Statue of Liberty 2056 N Damen
An art deco relief above the corner entrance of what was once the Bucktown
Branch Library. Miss Liberty over the front door marks that this was the first
home of the Liberty Savings and Loan company.
Covenant Presbyterian Church of Chicago 2012 W Dickens
Formed in 1981 in Old town and moved to Bucktown in 2009, this is originally
the Cathedral of All Saints of the Polish National Church.
Virtu 2035 N Damen
A curious collection of fine craft. A curated gift store featuring numerous
handmade and designed gift options for someone who has everything.
Schlitz Tied House 1 2000 W Armitage
Tied houses were one kind of beer pubs in pre-prohibition America. Schlitz, a
brewing company based in Milwaukee, was the most prolific builder of these
tied houses in Chicago. Schlitz chose to use a distinctive architecture featuring
the Schlitz globe to “brand” their buildings.
Jack and Ginger’s 2048 W Armitage
A lively sports bar with viewing available from their huge patio.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
The Map Room
1949 North Hoyne Avenue
MAP9 2035 N Hoyne
This yard was all dead bushes when we bought the house a few years ago
and one of my first tasks was to make the front yard beautiful. A lot of the
perennials came from my grandmother’s garden in the suburbs. Gardening is a
big passion of mine and a great way to destress.
10 2040 N Hoyne
The parkway has been planted to attract and host Monarch butterflies. Except
for the magnolia tree at the side of the building, most of the other perennial
shade plants were transplanted five years ago and have matured well. There
are three separate seating areas so the residents can share the outside with
privacy—even before social distancing was necessary. I planted milkweed for
monarchs to lay their eggs on and the caterpillars to eat. Walk by in the fall and
take a seed pod. Plant the seeds in a sunny spot in early winter or spring, then
you, too, can attract and support the Monarchs. www.monarchwatch.org.
11 2068 N Hoyne
My love of rocks inspired me to first use the boulders to create beauty in the
high-traffic parkways and that extended into the yard where you see a myriad
of grasses, sedges and lush shade loving perennials. The three planters hold
bold accent annuals. The gift of a front yard provides opportunity to share a
smile and a bit of beauty with all who walk by!
12 2136 W Dickens
My perennial parkway garden is in its 3rd year since my brother and I built it.
Neighbors and passersby tell me it’s beautiful so I think it’s ready for the Garden
Walk this year! I’ve added a new tree and some additional planters to enhance
visual appeal. The garden directly in front of my house is planted with perennials,
annuals and containers. Back garden is a highlight but know that’s off limits!
Red June Café 2020 N Leavitt
Hidden on a quiet street, offering coffee, brunch, and a dog-friendly walk-up
window.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Eva Bergant
Illinois Licensed Realtor®
GRI, GREEN, SRES, CNE
EvaB@AtProperties.com
312.543.6819
MAPPulaski International School of Chicago 2230 W McLean
A preschool - grade 8 school which offers an International Baccalaureate
Program and Regional Gifted Center for Spanish speaking English language
learners. The BCO supported the formation of the International Baccalaureate
Program. As you walk by, note play structures in the front lawn designed by
Bucktown Artist Phil Schuster and sponsored by Architreasures.
Pulaski International School has an outstanding front garden of winding paths,
trees, perennials and sculptural elements. A stone block learning area is located
to the east of the main door, used by teachers and students for outdoor lessons.
Due to renovation of the playgrounds, the childrens’ raised bed gardens will
not be on display, but feel free next year to come visit the finished product!
13 2059 N Oakley
Vaulted sidewalk was replaced by an urban flower box. Maple tree and shade
perennials are planted. A boxwood hedge grows by the building. Garden urns
add annual color.
14 2060 N Oakley
Stop by and visit the neighborhood T-Rex and don’t forget to look up to the
vegetable garden up top.
15 2327 W Dickens
Our parkway and front yard are heavily shaded. The parkway has always been
difficult to grow so we kept it simple with hardy ground cover and stepping
stones. Containers are the main focus and are centered around ferns which give
nice texture and bright green color which contrasts our yellow checker brick
home. A Japanese maple is the centerpiece for the yard. It is struggling from the
odd weather. Boxwoods provide a perimeter and grasses and shade perennials
add some color and texture.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
1658 N Milwaukee Avenue
phone 773-486-5700 / fax 773-486-6993
store3173@theupsstore.com
theupsstorelocal.com/3173
MAP16 2329 W Dickens
Enjoy our shade loving collection of perennials bordering the artificial turf
grass in the front garden. Pachysandra groundcover, ferns, hostas and boxwood
add lush green texture. Three copper planter boxes are stylishly planted with
begonias and coleus for a pop of color.
Ali Six & El Barto Mural 2052 N Western
Artists: Ali Six & El Barto
@ali_six_ @theelbarto https://ali6chicago.bigcartel.com/
Eskell 2029 N Western
Born in Chicago in 2005, Eskell is a detailed curation of custom furniture, home
goods, fine jewelry, and wellness products that encourage freedom in personal
style.
Gallery Cabaret 2020 N Oakley
Bucktown’s no-frills destination for live music, art and drinks with donation
optional shows every night of the week.
Flowerlife, Inc. 2001 N Oakley
A bespoke event florist catering and a staple of catering to Bucktown’s special
needs since 1996.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Frog Temple Pilates Studio
1635 West Cortland Street, #2
Flowerlife, Inc.
2001 North Oakley Avenue
MAPMap Quadrant 2 South of Armitage, West of Damen We have listed the map items by location. Simply follow the numbered garden circles sequentially or on a path that makes sense to you and you’ll hit the other points of interest. jump to: Map Quadrant 3 South of Armitage, East of Damen Map Quadrant 4 North of Armitage, East of Damen Map Quadrant 1 North of Armitage, West of Damen
Click on the address below to jump to description
Schlitz Tied House 2 22 1764 N Hoyne
Shepherd’s Cottages Churchill Cabinet Company
17 1918 N Oakley 23 1830 N Hoyne
18 1918 N Wilmot 24 1846 N Hoyne
Uplift 25 2115 W Moffat
Swooshy 26 1815 N Leavitt
Fruit Tree Mural 27 1852-54 N Leavitt
You Deserve To Be Happy 28 1858 N Leavitt
The ConAgra Brands Mural 29 1869 N Leavitt
Draped Form 30 2215 W Cortland
19 1661 N Bell Ehrler Park
20 1618 N Leavitt 31 1901 N Leavitt
MAKE 32 2137 W Cortland
Urban Belly Mural 33 1921 N Leavitt
The Robey Hotel 34 2140 W Homer
Noel State Bank Building 35 2137 W Homer
“M. Houlberg Co. Painters 36 2128 W Homer
and Decorators” 37 1939 N Hoyne
“Polish Alma Mater” 38 2042 W Homer, Garden Apt
Laura Berger Mural 39 1901 N Hoyne
Bucktown & Concord 40 2044 W Moffat
Rock N’ Wall of Fame
41 2047 W Moffat
Nike Running
42 2045 W Moffat
Ludwig Drum Factory
43 2028 W Churchill
Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch,
Chicago Public Library Cowileo
Illinois Landscape Coy Wolf
Bucktown Green 44 2022 W Moffat
21 1740 N HoyneNumbered Guide
Map Quadrant 2
Schlitz Tied House 2 1944 N Oakley
Tied houses were one kind of beer pubs in pre-prohibition America. Schlitz, a
brewing company based in Milwaukee, was the most prolific builder of these
tied houses in Chicago. Schlitz chose to use a distinctive architecture featuring
the Schlitz globe to “brand” their buildings. The Oakley location is currently
home to Floyd’s Pub, where you can carry on the intemperance tradition.
Shepherd’s Cottages Homer between Oakley and Leavitt
A row of picturesque 1.5 story brick houses dressed up with bay windows,
porches and fancy wood work. These cottages were designed and built together,
using geometry and massing to form a group with greater “curb” appeal.
17 1918 N Oakley
We have a drought resistant parkway with a few different types of hostas,
Russian sage, daylillies and evergreen shrubs. Our front garden also has peony
bushes that bloom in the spring, daylillies, and potted annuals add a bit of color.
We also have tulips and daffodils in the spring, but they’ll all be gone by the
time of the Garden Walk. We do all the landscaping ourselves. Come check it
out— these are all easy to manage plants you can do yourselves too. No green
thumb required.
18 1918 N Wilmot
We wanted to create a cozy, little front living space to enjoy our beautiful
street! We put in stamped concrete and some simple landscaping to enhance it.
This year I added a couple of statement pots with large greenery to complete
the space.
The Bucktown Garden Walk is brought to you by
Jeff Lowe // jeff@thelowegroupchicago.com // 312.339.1133
MAPMargie’s Fine Candies 1960 N Western
A Bucktown Landmark since 1920 (and named Margie’s Candies since 1936),
this was once one of only three classic ice cream parlors in Chicago. Has
been visited by the Beatles, Al Capone, Aretha Franklin, and no shortage of
presidents, politicians and sports greats.
Uplift 1931 N Milwaukee
Artist: Myron Laban
@myronlaban https://myronlaban.com/
Message from the artist: The Uplift Campaign was created as a way to reach
out to people in need of mental health resources who are in crisis or just in
need of general help. Type in your name and address and I will send you an
Uplift Campaign print for free.
Swooshy 1923 N Western
Artist: Ted Sitting Crow Garner
Website: https://www.sedgwickstudiochicago.com/ted-sitting-crow-garner-1
CSE Link: http://www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org/ted-sitting-crow-garner-2019/
Challengers Comics + Conversation 1845 N Western
Comic book store open since 2008, won the 2013 Will Eisner Spirit of Comics
Retailer Award.
Fruit Tree Mural 1814 N.Western
Artist: Unknown
You Deserve To Be Happy 1866 N Milwaukee
Artist: Myron Laban
Year: 2018
@myronlaban https://myronlaban.com/
Part of a series bearing the same message, the artist’s ultimate goal is create
art that helps people through their struggle.
Garden Happenings are brought to you by
Alex Ilich // ailich@wintrustmortgage.com // 312.560.2579
MAPIrazu Costa Rican Restaurant 1865 N Milwaukee
Since 1990, a family owned and operated cantina serving vegetarian-friendly
Costa Rican favorite foods and shakes.
Red and White Wines 1861 N Milwaukee
Neighborhood wine store and bar with hand crafted gift baskets and a focus on
sustainable viticulture.
Zen Yoga Garage 1845 N Milwaukee
Yoga studio inside of an old car repair shop.
The Stop Along 1812 N Milwaukee
Favored neighborhood spot for counter-service pizza and burgers.
The ConAgra Brands Mural 1813 N Milwaukee
Artist: Jeff Zimmerman Year: 2016
@jeffzimmermann www.jazim.com
Press: https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20161007/bucktown/jeff-zimmerman-
bucktown-mural-conagra-606-bloomingdale-trail/
Draped Form 1743 N Leavitt
Artist: Jacob Burmood
Artist Website: https://jacobburmood.com/home.html
CSE Link: http://www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org/jacob-burmood-2019/
Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club 1750 N Milwaukee
Chicago outpost of a Brooklyn-based shuffleboard club featuring food trucks
and a rooftop challenge court.
Small Cheval 1732 N Milwaukee
The first counter-service based outpost of Au Cheval, at times ranked as the Best
Burger in America. Also has a great patio to take a break from walking the 606.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
The Nicholson School
preschool open house
July 11 + 12, 9:00 am to noon
1700 W Cortland
MAP19 1661 N Bell
Our recently landscaped front yard was installed by Gary’s Finer Landscapes
in spring 2020 after a series of failed homegrown attempts at grass seed and
sod. The shaded square plot was designed around a spherical blue chip layout
to add visual interest and includes Kaizen azalea, viburnum “Spicy Baby”,
Oakleaf hydrangea, “Big Daddy” hostas, and other mixed shade perennials. Our
residence is proud to participate in the Bucktown Garden walk for the first
time (long time listener, first time caller) and hope to see you from a socially
appropriate distance; beer and ‘rosé garden’ provisions available until supplies
runs out!
20 1618 N Leavitt
My husband, my mother and I created this garden three years ago and have
loved seeing it grow into a shady place to relax with some of our favorite
perennials.
Bake 2246 W North
Bakery making the best tasting classic American desserts using the finest
ingredients available.
Handlebar 2311 W North
Neighborhood bar/restaurant serving made from scratch vegan/vegetarian
comfort food.
MAKE 1549 N Bell
Artist: Chad Kouri Year: 2011
@chadkouri www.chadkouri.com
Known for his vibrant, abstract compositions, Chad Kouri’s work examines
themes commonly associated with visual literacy—specifically how we
see, read, and remember the world around us. His practice is influenced by
minimalism, jazz, conceptual and systematic art, design, fashion, printmaking
and the grey areas between them.
This piece is one of 10 murals sponsored by WPB SSA #33 as part of the
“Orange Walls” program. From 2011 to 2014, this initiative highlighted the
creative energy of the neighborhood by working directly with local muralists
and building owners.
This artwork is registered with the City of Chicago Mural Registry:
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/mural_registry.html
MAPEb and Flow Yoga 2125 W North
Yoga studio partnered with the BCO to offer outdoor yoga classes on the
Bucktown Green.
Urban Belly Mural 2000 W Pierce
Artist: Noelle Roth Year: 2017
#ubjungle @nonorothco http://noelle-roth.com/
The Robey Hotel 2018 W North
The “downtown” Bucktown-Wicker Park Exclamation Mark on the skyline. An
Art Deco office building built in 1929, this was the first reinforced concrete
office tower built outside the Loop. At 203 feet, this was the only skyscraper
for miles. The building also includes the neighboring space which was built in
1905 as the Hollander Fireproof Warehouse.
Noel State Bank Building 1601 N Milwaukee
Grand building built in 1929 as the Noel State Bank. Features of the original
building include the bank name carved in the exterior stone, a high ceiling with
glass panes, and the vault room repurposed as the Vitamin Vault.
“M. Houlberg Co. Painters and Decorators” 1629 N Milwaukee
Formed into the metal cornice above this building from 1903, this sign serves
as a reminder that Milwaukee Avenue was the transport way for building
supplies to rebuild the City after the fire (though Bucktown did not burn). The
designer of the cornice was Danish artist Martinas Houlbern, who came to the
city in 1892 to work on the World’s Columbian Exhibition.
“Polish Alma Mater” 1643 N Milwaukee
Cut into the stone over the door of a building built in 1896, this is another
historical indicator of the Polish in the Chicago—the city with the second
largest polish population outside of Warsaw.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Eva Bergant
Illinois Licensed Realtor®
GRI, GREEN, SRES, CNE
EvaB@AtProperties.com
312.543.6819
MAPLaura Berger Mural 2045 W Concord
Artist: Laura Berger Year: 2011
@_lauraberger_ www.lauraberger.com
Laura Berger’s work draws inspiration from rituals, symbols, nature, dreams,
travel, and ideas of interconnectedness, self-understanding, and our search for
a sense of meaning and belonging within the larger world. She has exhibited
her paintings around the U.S. and abroad, and also does editorial illustration,
ceramic sculpture, and animation.
This piece is one of 10 murals sponsored by WPB SSA #33 as part of the
“Orange Walls” program. From 2011 to 2014, this initiative highlighted the
creative energy of the neighborhood by working directly with local muralists
and building owners.
This artwork is registered with the City of Chicago Mural Registry:
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/mural_registry.html
Bucktown & Concord Rock N’ Wall of Fame 2020 W Concord
Artists: MenaceResa – Resa Pierce and Menace Two
Collection of a main mural on the side of the Studio2020 Chicago – “Bucktown”,
the largest MenaceResa mural commission - and the 5 surrounding garage door
gates, collectively known as the Concord Rock N’ Wall of Fame. The murals pay
homage to local music venues and global music legends.
Nike Running 2001 W Concord
Artist: Hebru Brantley
@hebrubrantley https://www.hebrubrantley.com/
Press: https://www.choosechicago.com/listing/hebru-brantleys-nike-running-
mural/56809/
Olivia’s Market 2014 W Wabansia
A fine quality grocery promoting ‘living locally’ since 2004.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Lottie’s Pub
1925 West Cortland Street
MAPLudwig Drum Factory 1728 N Damen
An already nationally respected drum factory was made famous when Ringo
Starr’s bass drum sported a ‘Ludwig’ logo on the Beatles appearance on the Ed
Sullivan Show. This building was one of the neighborhoods first loft conversions.
Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch, Chicago Public Library 1701 N Milwaukee
When the city combined two neighborhood libraries into one, alphabetical
order—appropriately for a library—decided which neighborhood name came
first in the new name.
Illinois Landscape 1701 N Milwaukee
Artist: Sam Marts
Future site of Illinois Landscape by Sam Marts, funded by the BCO, SSA and
Bucktown and surrounding community residences. Go to https://www.gofundme.
com/f/support-the-bco-with-an-illinois-landscape to support the cause.
The estimated 10’x90’ canvas of “Illinois Landscape” by Sam Marts envisions
individual corn plants framed in a graphic grid. Corn has long been a
foundation of the Illinois economy and an iconic landscape image of Illinois.
The expressions, “Knee High” by the fourth of July or as “High as an Elephants
Eye,” remain measures of the prosperity of our world.
Bucktown Green 1724 N Wilmot
A Neighbor Space created to compliment the Library and under the Sponsorship
of the BCO. The slight topography buries spills from a former dry cleaners.
21 1740 N Hoyne
Designed as an easy to maintain urban garden oasis, vinca and Blue Moon
& Halcyon hostas cover the front bed. Serviceberry and weigela shrubs add
seasonal color and balance. A bleeding heart and assorted annual bulbs
complete the bed. The side patio is lined with an assortment of ferns and
Palace Purple heuchera. Climbing hydrangea make their way up one trellis,
honeysuckle vine the other. Annual plants compliment the garden in the large
container on the porch and in smaller containers along the front.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
The Map Room
1949 North Hoyne Avenue
MAP22 1764 N Hoyne
The grand front entrance of this home by the 606 is reflected in the lush
parkway which has been planted with a thoughtful variety of small shrubs,
trees and perennials. Barberry, hosta, boxwood, azalea, hydrangea, weeping
cherry and daylilies provide seasonal color and texture.
Churchill Cabinet Company 2111 W Churchill
The street and park are not named for Winston Churchill, but rather this
cabinet company, makers of small table-side jukebox cabinets and pinball
machine playing fields. The building was converted into lofts, but the company
is still making these parts at a factory in the Chicago suburb of Cicero.
23 1830 N Hoyne
Multiple levels of landscape space are present in this terraced corner home.
Custom planter boxes at the sidewalk are elegantly planted with purple and
violet annuals to contrast with hydrangeas and Karl Forester grass. A multi-
stemmed birch, weeping cyprus and pine are among the trees planted in the
front landscape.
24 1846 N Hoyne
I believe that our Domino Fence has become a local landmark. The main gate
has the address in it 1 8 4 6. The dominoes became a signature as our house
is named for my Aunt Dot who bequeathed the down payment for the house.
Dominoes have Dots. As a popular game/fence has been well respected and
without graffiti for over 30 years.
25 2115 W Moffat
Ours is a cottage garden in the city. Keep an eye out for the beets hidden in the
flower bed.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
1658 N Milwaukee Avenue
phone 773-486-5700 / fax 773-486-6993
store3173@theupsstore.com
theupsstorelocal.com/3173
MAP26 1815 N Leavitt
Our garden is perfect for both humans and canines. It contains a crabapple tree
that starts spring blooming with pink flowers before turning reddish green.
Many yews provide privacy. The pots contain a mix of seasonal petunias. The
area in front of the windows has rose bushes and annuals. Spring brings out
hyacinths and daffodils while summer showcases lilies. The artificial lawn and
gravel run accommodate the pups.
27 1852-54 N Leavitt
One of the jewels of Bucktown! This European inspired design maintained by
a master gardener features annuals and perennials along the pathway built of
actual Chicago street brick from the turn of the last century.
28 1858 N Leavitt
The parkway and front planters are an homage to our former neighborhood.
We saw a similar design at a local park and thought what a great way to bring
a piece of our past with us. We worked with a local Bucktown metal artist to
design and build the planters. We love the contrast of the rusted out steel and
prairie grasses in the parkway, and the tropical plants and flowers in the front
planters which add bright pops of color.
29 1869 N Leavitt
One of the first parkway gardens on the block in 2001, we began with a simple
paver design to bring some interest to the flower beds lining the sidewalk.
Contained in the parkway beds are lamium ‘Orchid Frost’ and ‘Archangel’, a
variety of hostas, coral bells, and two holly bushes. Along the sidewalk on
the property are two paver planters that contain coral bells, and impatiens,
centered by a Japanese kerria, that has the first yellow blossoms of spring.
30 2215 W Cortland
This quiet and contemplative garden includes well positioned stones
and sculpture that enhances the subtle green of shade loving shrubs and
perennials. The front garden features a weeping spruce. The raised stone
parkway includes a lush variety of large hostas.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Ann M. Nolan
State Farm Insurance
1631 North Milwaukee Avenue
MAPEhrler Park 2230 W Cortland
Named for the BCO’s first president William Ehrler in 1988, this neighborhood
park was originally the site of the first Bucktown School. The hawthorn tree at
the front gate was located by Jens Jensen as a symbol of our prairie landscape.
31 1901 N Leavitt
This corner lot boasts two parkways and takes advantage of both sun and
shade. Boxwoods and strategically positioned boulders provide structure
to the perennials that include Karl Forester grass, cranesbill, heuchera and
alchemilla. Knockout roses provide bursts of summer color.
32 2137 W Cortland
Abundance of annuals set in front of a 19th century cottage on a beautiful tree
lined Bucktown street.
33 1921 N Leavitt
Repeating vignettes of shade perennials add cohesion to the multiple parkways,
side foundation and front garden of this corner home. Lush borders are created
with boxwoods, yews, lamium groundcover, hosta, rhododendren and a variety of
different hydrangeas. Junipers and turf grass complete the front garden.
Shiva Shack Yogi Playground 1942 N Leavitt
A Yoga studio for all bodies with a mission to bring you closer to you.
Antico 1946 N Leavitt
Fine Italian dining with an emphasis on simplicity of ingredients (many
produced and grown in-house) to make the food the star. A neighborhood
treasure that gives guests a place to relax and be treated like family.
34 2140 W Homer
This delightful front garden and parkway are comprised of multiple containers
of colorful annuals, perennials, shrubs and even a Japanese maple. Tree trunk
columns elevate pots to different levels and surround a restful parkway bench.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Gallery Cafe
1760 West North Avenue
MAP35 2137 W Homer
It’s a nice city garden that benefits from a side yard and lots of sun!
36 2128 W Homer
Art, Flora and Whimsy – This colorful garden creatively incorporates the
parkway, front yard and fun sidewalks. Bright colors pop throughout this
shade garden. Functional stepping stones and whimsical patterns and
elements are part of the fun design. Flora includes bright orange, purple and
chartreuse provided by impatients, hostas, sedum, heuchera (coral belles),
dracaena (spikes), creeping Jenny, hellebores and more. Come visit this artistic
and and fun garden canvas.
Unfortunately, this year will will not be able to open our home for an exhibit
and studio sale of our paintings but may display several paintings outside.
We are Stephanie Weidner and Errol Jacobson, two award winning artists who
paint still lifes, landscapes and cityscapes in oil. Our paintings include many
Chicago and local scenes. Perhaps you’ve seen us painting outside in one of
Chicago’s neighborhoods.
BFF Bikes 2113 W Armitage
A full-service bike store that started as the only women-specific bike shop in
the Midwest. Promoting a cycling community for all abilities and needs.
Map Room 1949 N Hoyne
A Bucktown staple since 1992, this travelers’ themed bar/coffee shop features
beer from around the world and will refresh you any time of day. Features
26+ beers on tap, 100+ in bottles and is open at 6:30am on weekdays for
coffee service.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Shiva Shack
1942 North Leavitt Street
etta
1840 North Avenue
MAP37 1939 N Hoyne
Our mixed-use garden is designed to nourish the body and the spirit. Our
parkway beds alternate sun and shade loving ornamentals including irises,
daylilies, and archangel. Our front garden intersperses decorative stone
features with shade-tolerant bergenia, coral bells, and hostas. Borage flowers,
dahlias, and zinnias add color to our ornamental containers and beds. Our
garage-top kitchen garden is off-limits this year but is sending ambassador
edibles to front-yard containers as a hint of what lies beyond view.
38 2042 W Homer, Garden Apt
It delights me when neighbors refer to my garden as a “little urban oasis”. Back
when my husband and I moved into our French-garden apartment, this space
was far from being an oasis. With a few tips and tricks from some fellow plant
enthusiasts, I was able to transform a huge mound of weeds and dry dirt into
what you see today.
39 1901 N Hoyne
Our little organic vegetable and herb container garden has grown over the
years. It provides us with lots of excitement and pride as our summer-long
efforts of watering and weeding turn into tangible (edible!) results. We love our
late summer dinners that are filled with fresh organic produce. This year is the
first year that we’ve started many of the tomatoes, cucumbers, kales, and swiss
chard from seed....we’re crossing our fingers for a robust harvest.
40 2044 W Moffat
This sunken garden mixes annuals with kitchen herbs, such as tarragon,
oregano and chives. Salvaged bricks from the house’s original chimney line the
beds. Other plants include vinca, sage, and prairie grasses.
41 2047 W Moffat
We’ve been in the neighborhood for many years and every year we get to enjoy
our perennial plants during our spring and summer months.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
955 W Grand Avenue MAP42 2045 W Moffat
This multi-generational family garden has been lovingly tended for 40 years.
Designed to reach peak bloom in late spring/early summer, the parkway and
front perennials include hydrangea, peony, salvia, an array or various lilies and
containers of seasonal annuals for summer color. This much loved garden serves
as a place to remember relatives who have passed on. Family members can often
be found quarantining on the front bench and reminiscing over warm memories.
43 2028 W Churchill
The front yard design was inspired by a traditional English garden with clipped
boxwoods and tall privacy hedges that stay green year-round. An elegant
Japanese maple is the center of attention.
Cowileo 1808 N Damen
Artist: Ken Aiken
Press: Well, we just encourage any curious soul to simply Google search
“Cowileo” and enjoy the results...
Coy Wolf 1800 N Damen
Artist: Tony Passero Year: 2017
@tonypassero www.tonypassero.com
This mural was funded and sponsored by the Chicago Department of Cultural
Affairs and Special Events for the 606/Bloomindale Trail, and is registered with
the City of Chicago Mural Registry:
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/mural_registry.html
Lemmings Tavern 1850 N Damen
A neighborhood bar dispensing strong drink and friendly words (in rare cases,
the reverse) to all who thirst and will listen.
44 2022 W Moffat
Whimsical, no rules, front garden and parkway.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Itai Hasak
Licensed Real Estate Broker, Compass
itai.hasak@compass.com // 847.910.3789
MAPJuice Rx 1880 N Damen
Bucktown outpost of a Chicago based fresh-pressed juice and Cleanse
programs.
The Red Balloon Co. 1940 N Damen
For over 20 years, Chicago’s go-to source for a wide selection of high-quality,
specialty children’s clothing, books, toys, and gifts. An award winner shop
that curates a unique selection of products that reflect the wonderful and
whimsical qualities of childhood.
Urban Icing 1944 N Damen
Custom 3D cakes with some of their award winning designs displayed in the
window.
Le Bouchon 1958 N Damen
French Bistro in Bucktown since 1993. Voted one of the best French
Restaurants in America by Timeout Magazine. Jean-Claude Poilevey, you are
missed and your legacy remains true.
Izakaya Mita, 1960 N Damen
Authentic Japaenese izakaya and sake bar run by mother and son Mita family.
Thanks to everyone who made
this event a reality!
Garden Walk Sponsor: Jeff Lowe
Garden Happenings Sponsor: Alex Ilich
Garden Happenings Hosts
and Garden Walk Volunteers:
Darien Hallagan, Sam Marts,
Kim Kozimor, Aaron Blanke,
Jennifer Ackerman, Steve Jensen,
Eva Bergant, Jeff Biggus and the SSA 33Map Quadrant 3 South of Armitage, East of Damen We have listed the map items by location. Simply follow the numbered garden circles sequentially or on a path that makes sense to you and you’ll hit the other points of interest. jump to: Map Quadrant 4 North of Armitage, East of Damen Map Quadrant 1 North of Armitage, West of Damen Map Quadrant 2 South of Armitage, West of Damen
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45 1626 N Winchester 55 1707 W Wabansia
46 1622 N Winchester 56 1706 W Wabansia
47 1622 N Honore 57 1711 N Hermitage
Fowl Language 58 1718 N Hermitage
Dissident 59 1824 N Wood
When a Man’s An Empty Kettle 60 1838 N Wood
48 1859 W Wabansia 61 1842 N Wood
Lincoln Tavern 62 1844 N Wood
Below Ground Houses St. Mary of the Angels
Attic Club The Nicholson School
49 1836 W Wabansia 63 1842 N Marshfield
50 1739 N Winchester Walsh Park
Churchill Field Park Walsh Dog Friendly Area
Churchill Dog Park The Felt and Tarrant
Manufacturing Company
The 606
Jumble Box Arch
Northside 777 House
51 1736 N Honore
Sentrock Graduation Mural
Clybourn Place Bridge
Upside Down House
52 1753 W Wabansia
Cards Against Humanity
HQ Murals
53 1647 N Wood
Clybourn Metra Station
54 1626 N Paulina
Drummond School
Jonathan Burr Elementary School Love
We All Live Here 64 1924 N Wolcott
Irene 65 1939 N Winchester
Vivian Maier Mural Bennett Day SchoolNumbered Guide
Map Quadrant 3
The Goddess and Grocer 1649 N Damen
A grocery and deli counter for globally inspired sandwiches, salads, soups. Home
of one of Chicago’s most Instagrammed Desserts, the G&G Rainbow Cake.
Dimo’s Pizza 1615 N Damen
Pizza with a purpose. Dimo’s exists as a for-profit hospitality organization that
champions unity, development and justice for our guests, our team and our
communities in order to lead the charge in creating a positive, long-lasting
impact.
45 1626 N Winchester
In an effort to reduce annual landscape costs, a simple Japanese style themed
perennial garden was established consisting of a displaced Japanese maple,
Mexican pebbles, seslaria, variegated liriope and aqua blue boulders. Look
down onto the sunken patio to see a planting of hosta, astilbe and begonia.
46 1622 N Winchester
Our raised timber parkway was renovated a few years ago and has matured
into a thriving shade perennial oasis filled with a mixture of color, texture and
rotating seasonal blooms.
Amaru 1904 W North
Pan-Latin inspired cuisine and cocktails.
The Bucktown Garden Walk is brought to you by
Jeff Lowe // jeff@thelowegroupchicago.com // 312.339.1133
MAPPasta Bowl 1852 W North
A popular spot perfectly content to keep cracking jokes, cranking out great
pastas, and looking for new challenges and people to help them figure them
out. Their tiny red delivery cars are a popular site zipping around Bucktown.
Etta 1840 W North
An upscale, family friendly restaurant that puts a twist on childhood favorites
in a beautifully designed space.
47 1622 N Honore
This new garden is getting its start after several years of construction! The
limestone bricks were once above an attic window and the small path was
brick from the original house. The neon ground cover and grasses provide a
striking contrast in this small garden shaded by a mature Rose of Sharon.
Fowl Language 1835 W North
Artist: Pamela Reithmeier
Artist Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Artist/Pamela-
Reithmeier-159555047434876/
CSE Link: http://www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org/pamela-reithmeier-2019-
north-2019/
Dissident 1825 W North
Artist: Benjamin Pierce
Artist Website: https://benpiercesculpture.com/
CSE Link: http://www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org/benjamin-pierce-2019-
north-2019/
When a Man’s An Empty Kettle 1755 W North
Artist: Andrew Arvanetes
Artist Website: https://www.facebook.com/AArvanetesSculptor/
CSE Link: http://www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org/andrew-arvanetes-2019/
Garden Happenings are brought to you by
Alex Ilich // ailich@wintrustmortgage.com // 312.560.2579
MAP48 1859 W Wabansia
A large container of warm colored tropical annuals adds color to the serene,
shade loving parkway beds of ivy, boxwood and old growth trees. The front
garden includes a shade border of Japanese maple, hostas, ferns, boxwoods,
hydrangeas, redbud, viburnum and colorful annuals. Stacked stone, ipe wood,
bluestone and corten steel are among the unique hardscape materials used in
this upscale garden.
Lincoln Tavern 1858 W Wabansia
Wolcott was once Lincoln (there were three Lincoln’s), which is where this tap
room got its name. It was once home to a genuine Wisconsin Supper Club, and
has been family owned and operated since 1934.
Below Ground Houses 1838 W Wabansia and along Wabansia
Chicago was built in a swamp and to get the sewers to flow “down hill” new
pipes were built on top of existing streets and a new street was built above.
Houses were left in the shadow of the streets, and whole businesses were
created to lift houses up from these holes. Houses were built to make them
easy to lift or the front door was built at the upper level. This and other houses
along Wabansia and other streets are examples of such architecture.
Attic Club 1847 W Wabansia
A fake club and a fake historical landmark that has been part of Bucktown
for long enough that it has become a landmark in its own right, even if not
actually on this historic registry.
49 1836 W Wabansia
This year we had the well landscaped by BRL designs. They created a
naturalistic landscape to attract lots of bees and butterflies to the garden. We
also included a peaceful water feature. The parkway continues to flourish and
attract pollinators.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
The Nicholson School
preschool open house
July 11 + 12, 9:00 am to noon
1700 W Cortland
MAPClub Lucky 1824 W Wabansia
A Corner bar from 1937 combined with the former VFW hall to become an
Italian Restaurant and a Bucktown mainstay in 1991. Features a jukebox with
50s favorites and a full martini list.
T-Shirt Deli 1739 N Damen
Using deli cases, butcher paper, wicker baskets and bright stickers to advertise
and package their freshest custom t-shirts and apparel. Opended in 2003, has
been name by Frommer’s Guide as Chicago’s best “one of a kind shop”.
50 1739 N Winchester
We aspired to create a colorful oasis in our front garden, one where we could
relax and read and enjoy the neighborhood. The maple tree is a nod to my
husband’s Canadian birthplace and is just the right size for a city garden. With
a very old tree in our parkway (with large roots above ground), we wanted to
be careful not to damage the roots by digging to add a fence or planters. Our
wonderful designer, Brent at BRL LANDesign, proposed the parkway planters,
which his team fills every year with beautiful lush plants and flowers. One
unplanned but lovely aspect of our garden is the winding ivy that connects our
fence with our next door neighbors!
Mindy’s Bakery 1747 N Damen
Hip, family-friendly American eatery since 2005 recently turned into a
weekend-only bakery. Chef/Owner Mindy Segal is a James Beard winner for
“Outstanding Pastry Chef” and best selling cookbook author.
Churchill Field Park 1825 N Damen
Located at the “center” of Bucktown, this space was given to the City by the
Churchill Cabinet Company for baseball fields
Churchill Dog Park 1825 N Damen
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
955 W Grand Avenue
MAPThe 606 along Bloomingdale, 1800 N
From the 1870s through the 1890s, this stretch of the Chicago and Pacific
Railroad Company track was at street level and killed thousands of residents
at the crossings. In 1893 the City Council passed an ordinance mandating the
railroads to elevate their tracks. In 1913, the Bloomingdale Line (now operated
by Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Railroad Company) became one of
the last in the city to comply. The freight traffic was stopped in the 1990s and
the space was converted to a public path / park. The 606 is a major investment
by Chicago in park and open space and created and a much loved alternative
transportation corridor.
Northside 777 House 1800 N Honore
Movie setting for NORTHSIDE 777 a Jimmy Stewart Black and White movie
set in “West Side” Chicago. You could tell the villain lived at the house as the
Steam train came down the 606 railroad in the rain at night!
51 1736 N Honore
Welcome to our garden oasis in the city. The front yard includes a large flowering
container that flanks the front door with additional ones along the sidewalk. The
beloved lilac bush is an offspring from a 100 year old plant from our family’s
Ohio farm. The white hydrangea bushes are tall and hide the street parked cars.
While our backyard is unavailable, note the posted photos that show the deck
with elevated gas fireplace and fountain underneath. The yard is so peaceful and
private with a large juniper tree, bushes and two Japanese maple trees.
Upside Down House 1722 N Wood
Look at the side of this 1.5 story cottage. The upper level is brick and the lower
(below sidewalk) is frame. The old siding is covered with the “insulbrick”, an
asphaltic roll product, but still hiding the frame lower level. The front of the house
has a two tone brick facade that ties the two levels behind into one building. The
horizontal wide living room window tells us this facade is post WWI and “modern”.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
1658 N Milwaukee Avenue
phone 773-486-5700 / fax 773-486-6993
store3173@theupsstore.com
theupsstorelocal.com/3173
MAP52 1753 W Wabansia
Clean lines, semi-low maintenance with a hint of color in the large annual
containers located in front of the house and coordinating around the property.
53 1647 N Wood
Our garden is a mixture of annuals, perennials, herbs and shrubs forming a
party of colors. We have dianthus, which come back every year, geraniums,
impatiens, petunias, dahlias, sweet potato vines and our favorite begonias. We
also have an azalea, a rhododentron and two maple trees accompanied by
colorful hand-painted accents that make our garden more cheerful.
Gallery Café 1760 W North
Offering in-house roasted coffee and display space for local artists since 1996.
Windy Kitty Cat Cafe 1746 W North
A cat café – a place where people can get to know a cat for adoption purposes
or simply borrow time and have the interaction both human and feline need.
54 1626 N Paulina
@URBANEDIBLES1626—A collaborative urban gardening adventure—“A SAFE
HAVEN”. We have chosen to use our front yard to grow Organic Veggies as
a choice of landscaping for our home. Many of the fruits and vegetables we
consume travel hundreds and sometimes thousands of miles to us, even across
continents. Why not grow them in our backyard—or FRONTYARD? Tomatoes,
cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, bitter melon, berries, grapes, zucchini, spinach,
mustards, lettuces, flowers and much more. See for yourself and teach your
children how food is cultivated. Follow us @urbanedibles1626
Jonathan Burr Elementary School 1621 W Wabansia
“The Burr Experience” develops the skills of a global student who is high
school ready and college bound.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Eva Bergant
Illinois Licensed Realtor®
GRI, GREEN, SRES, CNE
EvaB@AtProperties.com
312.543.6819
MAPWe All Live Here 1626 N Ashland
Artist: Rich Alapack
@wealllivehere https://wealllivehereproject.com/pages/burr-elementary
This piece was completed in collaboration with the students and community of
Jonathan Burr Elementary School.
Irene 1701 W. North Ave.
Artist: Eric Stein
Artist Website: https://www.sculpture.org/portfolio/sculptorPage.php?sculptor_
id=1005530
CSE Link: http://www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org/eric-stein-2019/
Vivian Maier Mural 1651 W North
Artist: Eduardo Kobra Year: 2017
@kobrastreetart http://eduardokobra.com
Press: https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20170619/wicker-park/eduardo-
kobra-vivian-maier-mural-north-avenue-wicker-park-june-2017/
55 1707 W Wabansia
The parkway includes a large planter box which is home to perennials and
peonies accented by pink, red, and purple impatiens and periwinkles. An ash
tree and a Japanese maple tree also reside in the parkway. Two hydrangea trees
line the side of the house along with ‘Sum and Substance’ hostas. The front
yard is separated by grey pavers (installed by the home owner himself!) Nearest
to the house are 3 boxwoods, a Regal Prince English oak tree and a Coralburst
crabapple tree. The perennials include hydrangeas, ‘Fire and Ice’ and ‘Halcyon’
hostas, Purplesmoke Australis, September Charm Japanese anemone, Storm Cloud
amsonia and more impatiens. The brand new driveway has been dressed up with
Black Bamboo, impatiens, and snap dragons. Hopefully next year the backyard
will be able to be viewed as it is home to a 1,000 gallon Koi pond and three 7
year old Koi. (Along with many other plants, flowers and a vegetable garden.)
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors
Ann M. Nolan
State Farm Insurance
1631 North Milwaukee Avenue
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