Welcome to Oak Park
Oak Park is a fabulous place to build a life; whether you’re single, just starting a family, or an empty nester there is a home that is perfect for you. Just 10 miles from downtown Chicago, the village of Oak Park has a rich history, beautiful architecture, art galleries, unique boutiques and fabulous restaurants to enjoy. Oak Park has played home to not just one—but two—20th-century superstars: architect Frank Lloyd Wright and writer Ernest Hemingway. Oak Park has 25 Wright buildings, more than any other place in the world. But there’s so much more. Boasting a bustling events calendar there is no shortage of activities to keep you entertained and engaged throughout the village. from the Jazz Thaw, which brings everyone out in frigid temps to enjoy steamy riffs in local haunts, to the always-sold-out Wright Plus House Walk every May, to the longtime Micro Brew Review in August. The Village is also just 15 min. to the vibrant City of Chicago and all it has to offer.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT HOME
& STUDIO
Oak Park is the home of famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. His home and studio are an international location.
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OAK PARK ARTS DISTRICT
The Oak Park Arts District is a vibrant business district in Southeast Oak Park. Home to Oak Park staples like Bead in Hand, Brown Elephant, and Buzz Cafe!
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ERNEST HEMINGWAY BIRTH PLACE
Oak Park is the birthplace of the American Literacy icon Ernest Hemmingway. Visit his birthplace and museum nestled in the heart of the village.
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DOWNTOWN OAK PARK
Oak Park’s downtown shopping district rivals most urban settings. A generous mix of independent and chain businesses.
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UNITY TEMPLE
Oak Park, IL is home to Unity Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In fact, it’s the only man-made heritage site in all of the United States
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OAK PARK CONSERVATORY
With its lush gardens and serene atmosphere, the Oak Park Conservatory is an inspiring year-round retreat. Come visit us!
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LOCAL NEWS SOURCES
WEDNESDAY JOURNAL
Weekly newspaper from Growing Community Media serving Oak Park and River Forest. Building community through independent, nonpartisan journalism.
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OAK PARK OAK LEAVES
The Oak Leaves – connecting our readers to their community through news and information that really matters.
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GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
VILLAGE HALL
OAK PARK TOWNSHIP
POLICE DEPARTMENT
CHILD CARE & SCHOOLS
DISTRICT 200 (High School)
OTHER RESOURCES
Collaboration for Early Childhood-Childcare Resource Directory
PARKS & RECREATION
OAK PARK PARK DISTRICT
OAK PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING
