K-Town Historic District facts for kids
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K-Town Historic District
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4014 and 4016 West Cullerton Street, two contributing properties to the K-Town Historic District.
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 Location in Chicago metropolitan area
Location in Illinois
Location in the United States
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| NRHP reference No. | 10000724 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 9, 2010 |
The K-Town Historic District is a special neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois. It's a place recognized for its important history. This area is mostly homes. It's located in the North Lawndale part of Chicago. The district's boundaries are West Cullerton Street to the north, South Pulaski Road to the east, West Cermak Road to the south, and South Kostner Avenue to the west. This district is so important that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect historic places across the United States.
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A Look Back at K-Town's History
How K-Town Got Its Name
The name "K-Town" came about in 1889. Chicago was growing fast. The city needed a way to organize new areas. So, they created an alphabetical naming system for streets. Streets starting with "K" were about eleven miles from the Illinois-Indiana state line. That's how this area got its unique name.
Who Lived Here First?
At the start of the 1900s, many Czech immigrants moved to the K-Town area. They helped build up the community. Over time, the neighborhood changed. During a period called the Great Migration, many African American families moved from the Southern United States to cities like Chicago. Because of this, the North Lawndale area, including K-Town, became home to a large African American population.
Becoming a Historic District
The K-Town area was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2010. This means its buildings and history are considered very important. It helps make sure the unique character of the neighborhood is preserved for future generations.
Getting Around K-Town
The K-Town Historic District has good public transportation. You can find two train stations here. These are the Pulaski and Kostner stations. Both are part of the Chicago Transit Authority's Pink Line. This train line makes it easy for people to travel to and from the neighborhood.
