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Founded in 1863, the City of Evanston is situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, 12 miles north of downtown Chicago. The city is home to a diverse population of approximately 74,000 who enjoy the benefits of small-town living while having easy access to the riches of a major urban center. Evanston's quaint, tree-lined streets are dotted with older houses, colorful shopping venues, and fine restaurants. An excellent public transportation system enables easy travel around town and beyond.

General Evanston Information

City of Evanston's Official Site

A site maintained by Evanston's city government.

A History of Evanston

Learn the story of our city.

Evanston's Statistics and Demographics

Maintained by the Evanston Public Library.

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Entertainment / Nightlife

Century 12 and the CinéArts 6

Evanston's local movie theater.

Metromix.com: A Guide to Chicago Nightlife

Sponsored by ChicagoTribune.com, this site allows you to find upcoming music concerts, festivals, and other entertainment in the city of Chicago.

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Miscellany

Evanston Street Names

A list of prominent streets in Evanston and how they were named.

Postcards of Evanston

Postcard views of the city.

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