Ukrainian Village has a rich history, delicious restaurants and cafes, and beautiful architecture. The neighborhood is full of artworks from modern artworks such as paintings and sculptures to theaters with acting and other performances put on. There is something for everyone in the homey feeling of Ukrainian Village.
There have been four mass immigrations of Ukrainian people to the United States from 1870-1914. Most immigrants were poor and looking for a better life in America. The second mass immigration happened at the end of World War I when Ukraine declared its independence and the third at the end of World War II. The fourth was more recent in the 1990s during the dissolution of the Soviet Union and Ukraine opening their borders to the west. Throughout the years, the Ukrainian community has settled in this area of the city and has made it what it is today. Full of Ukrainian churches, banks, and grammar schools to bring their culture from across the sea to America.
Ukrainian Village is known for its gorgeous churches, the Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Cathedral designed and built by Louis Sullivan. There are many different style homes here as well including worker’s cottages, large apartment buildings, three-flats, and single-family homes. All of these have been well-kept since being built in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
For a homey and authentic Ukrainian-style buffet, try Old Lviv and their legendary stuffed cabbage and pierogies. Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen is an art-filled restaurant with a more upscale take on cuisine. Shokolad Pastry & Cafe is perfect for a morning coffee and breakfast with delicious pastries and cookies!
The Fifty/50 is an iconic sports bar that draws friend groups in from all over. EZ Inn is a stylish and modern take on an old-school bar with a jukebox! Bourbon on Division is known for being funky and having a large selection of spirits.
Ukrainian Village is home to many art galleries and museums. Stop by the Ukrainian National Museum to learn more about their history. Visit the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art to see abstract and minimalist works from the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. At night, head to a show at the Chopin Theatre or the Vittum Theatre. There is so much to see and do in the arts-centered neighborhood.
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#49 (Western & Berwyn)
#50 (Edgewater & Clark)
#66 (Fairbanks & Huron)
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