Beer, architecture and Lincoln Square: The lasting impact of German culture in Chicago
WBEZ Curious City / by Erin Allen / December 5, 2024 If you’ve ever shown up to a bar on a Sunday afternoon or listened to a concert at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, you’ve experienced firsthand the lasting impact of German culture in the city. Last episode, we went to Christkindlmarket, one of the most prominent examples of German culture in Chicago. There are key organizations like the Goethe Institute and DANK Haus. But there are also more subtle, everyday activities we participate in that would be
Here’s What To See In Lincoln Square And Ravenswood During Open House Chicago 2024
Block Club Chicago / by Gwen Ihnat / October 16, 2024 LINCOLN SQUARE — Open House Chicago returns this weekend to showcase unique and intriguing buildings in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood. The Chicago Architecture Center’s annual event is Saturday-Sunday and features more than 170 locations in more than 20 neighborhoods, including Lincoln Square and Ravenswood, two North Side neighborhoods known for historical churches, creative outlets, a whiskey distillery and strong German roots. For hours of
