The Neighbourhood: Woodlawn

Woodlawn sits on Chicago's South Side near large parks and museum sites. Museum of Science and Industry draws many visitors to nearby exhibitions. Jackson Park provides green space, lagoons, and the Osaka Garden. Washington Park offers paths and open lawns for local use. The Promontory serves music, food, and a public bar in this district. Valois Restaurant serves casual meals to nearby residents and students. Harold's Chicken Shack operates several locations that sell fried chicken. Navy Pier hosts rides and seasonal events along the lakefront. CTA Green Line provides rapid train service to the area. Metra Electric connects commuters to downtown and the suburbs. Chicago Transit Authority buses run multiple routes through this district. South Shore Cultural Center hosts public gardens and community events. University of Chicago hosts public lectures and campus events. Chicago Park District maintains parks and paths in the area. Grant Park brings big festivals closer to downtown. Small theaters and community groups put on local shows. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 15 to 19 years old. Households with 1 person make up the largest part of the local population.

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Woodlawn sits on Chicago's South Side near large parks and museum sites. Museum of Science and Industry draws many visitors to nearby exhibitions. Jackson Park provides green space, lagoons, and the Osaka Garden. Washington Park offers paths and open lawns for local use. The Promontory serves music, food, and a public bar in this district. Valois Restaurant serves casual meals to nearby residents and students. Harold's Chicken Shack operates several locations that sell fried chicken. Navy Pier hosts rides and seasonal events along the lakefront. CTA Green Line provides rapid train service to the area. Metra Electric connects commuters to downtown and the suburbs. Chicago Transit Authority buses run multiple routes through this district. South Shore Cultural Center hosts public gardens and community events. University of Chicago hosts public lectures and campus events. Chicago Park District maintains parks and paths in the area. Grant Park brings big festivals closer to downtown. Small theaters and community groups put on local shows. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 15 to 19 years old. Households with 1 person make up the largest part of the local population.