Ukrainian Village in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Ukrainian Village

Chicago Landmark District

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 6, 2024

1. Ukrainian Village Marker

Inscription. This well-preserved collection of workers cottages, single-family houses, Chicago-style flat buildings, and small apartments form a distinctive residential streetscape that tells the story of German, Polish, and, ultimately, Ukrainian immigrants who settled in the area throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Erected by Commission on Chicago Landmarks; City of Chicago.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Immigration • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Illinois, Chicago Landmarks Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1885.

Location. 41° 54.087′ N, 87° 40.647′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in Ukrainian Village. It is on Thomas Street near Damen Avenue, on the left when traveling east. The marker is on the north side of Thomas, a short distance from the intersection with Damen. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Chicago IL 60622, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest

and on the Great Lakes.

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Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Ukrainian Village (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Ukrainian Village (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Ukrainian Village (about 600 feet away); 1036 North Hoyne Avenue (about 700 feet away); a different marker also named Ukrainian Village (about 700 feet away); a different marker also named Ukrainian Village (approx. 0.2 miles away); Unidos para Triunfar (approx. 0.2 miles away); East Village (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chicago.

More about this marker. Typical for this style of Chicago Landmark District marker, the sign includes a map of the neighborhood and has identical text on both sides. There are at least 16 identical versions

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 6, 2024

2. Ukrainian Village Marker

A west-facing view of the sign

of these markers posted throughout the Ukrainian Village neighborhood.

Regarding Ukrainian Village. The west-side neighborhood called Ukrainian Village is bounded by Division Street to the north, Grand Avenue to the south, Western Avenue to the west, and Damen Avenue to the east. The Chicago Landmark District was created in 2002 and includes several blocks within those broader neighborhood boundaries.

Also see . . . Classic Chicago Magazine: Exploring Chicago's Ukrainian Village. (Submitted on November 7, 2024, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 6, 2024

3. Ukrainian Village Marker

This east-facing photo shows Thomas Street's intersection with Damen Avenue.

Credits. This page was last revised on November 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 7, 2024, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 119 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 7, 2024, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.