Oak Lawn, Dallas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Oak Lawn
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| Nickname(s):
Gayborhood
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Location in Dallas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| Counties | Dallas |
| City | Dallas |
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| • Total | 12 sq mi (31 km2) |
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 50,805 |
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| ZIP codes |
75201, 75204, 75205, 75219, 75235 (small area)
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 972, 945 |
| Website | http://www.oaklawncommittee.org/ |
Oak Lawn is a lively neighborhood in Dallas, Texas, in the United States. It covers about 31 square kilometers (12 square miles). The area is officially defined by a special city plan. Its unofficial borders include Turtle Creek Boulevard, Central Expressway, the city of Highland Park, Inwood Road, and Harry Hines Boulevard.
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About Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn is one of the richer areas in the Dallas region. Many people living here are professionals who work in the city. You can find many fancy townhouses, condos, apartments, and duplexes here. Near Uptown and Turtle Creek Boulevard, there are also many new tall apartment buildings. But it's also a very mixed neighborhood with older, single-family homes.
In the past, a part of Oak Lawn was known as "Little Mexico." This community had St. Anne's Catholic school as its center. Over time, as the neighborhood grew and changed, many of the old buildings were replaced. Today, St. Ann's Catholic School is now a restaurant.
Oak Lawn became a popular spot in the late 1960s. This was because apartments were cheap, and it was close to Turtle Creek Park.
Geography of Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn is home to several smaller communities within its borders.
Neighborhoods in Oak Lawn
- International Center
- Love Field neighborhood
- Turtle Creek
- Maple, Dallas
- Perry Heights
Education in Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn has several schools for students of all ages.
Public Schools in Oak Lawn
The public schools in Oak Lawn are part of the Dallas Independent School District. Students living here attend the following schools:
- Ben Milam Elementary School
- Esperanza "Hope" Medrano Elementary School
- Maple Lawn Elementary School
- North Dallas High School
- Sam Houston Elementary School
- T. J. Rusk Middle School
The William B. Travis Academy/Vanguard for the Academically Talented and Gifted is also located nearby.
Private Schools in Oak Lawn
- Holy Trinity Catholic School teaches students from age 3 through 8th grade.
- Dallas Christian Academy offers classes from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
Public Libraries in Oak Lawn
The Oak Lawn Branch of the Dallas Public Library serves the area. This library has a special collection of materials about the diverse community.
Transportation in Oak Lawn
Getting around Oak Lawn and Dallas is easy with different transport options.
Central Expressway (US 75) is on the east side of the community. 
Spur 366, also called Woodall Rodgers Freeway, runs along the south side.
The M-Line trolley offers free rides in parts of Oak Lawn. It is run by the McKinney Avenue Transit Authority and Dallas Area Rapid Transit.
The Blue and Red light-rail lines stop at Cityplace Station. This station is just outside Oak Lawn.
Other train stations near or in Oak Lawn include:
- Victory Station: Served by the Trinity Railway Express and some DART light rail lines.
- Market Center Station: Within Oak Lawn, served by the Green and Orange light rail lines.
- Southwestern Medical District/Parkland Station: Also within Oak Lawn, served by the Green and Orange light rail lines.
Culture and Community
Oak Lawn is known for its welcoming and diverse community. Cedar Springs Road is a central street with many businesses, shops, restaurants, and places to gather.
The area hosts some of Dallas's biggest festivals. These include the yearly Halloween street festival and Dallas's Pride parade. Easter in the Park at Oak Lawn Park is another popular event.
In 2014, Oak Lawn was named a top neighborhood by Out Traveler magazine. In 2018, it became the first Texas city area to get state recognition for its diverse community.
There are also many businesses, restaurants, and shops owned by Hispanic people along Maple Avenue.
Architecture in Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn is one of the older neighborhoods in Dallas. Because it has been redeveloped over time, you can see many different building styles. These styles range from the early 1900s to today.
Some of the tallest buildings in or near Oak Lawn include:
- Cityplace Center, which is 171 meters (560 feet) tall with 42 floors.
- W Dallas Victory Hotel and Residences, 134 meters (439 feet) tall with 32 floors.
- Azure, 114 meters (375 feet) tall with 31 floors.
- Mayfair at Turtle Creek, 92 meters (302 feet) tall with 24 floors.
- Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, 87 meters (285 feet) tall with 21 floors.
Images for kids
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The Oaklawn Halloween Block Party
