Chicago's North Shore CVB

Your visit to the North Shore would not be complete without experiencing the area's numerous cultural and historical attractions. From museums of every kind and architectural landmarks to breathtaking gardens, Chicago's North Shore will astound you with its natural beauty and acclaimed diversity.

Music, dance, theater, and more the spotlight shines brightly on Chicago's North Shore. Your visit to the North Shore would be incomplete without experiencing the area's exciting variety of live entertainment. From critically acclaimed dramas and hilarious comedies to upbeat musicals and performances just for kids, the North Shore has it! The North Shore is also home to top symphony orchestras.

Our spectacular sandy beaches, beautifully landscaped public parks, lively playgrounds, and scenic lakefront jogging and biking trails captivate families and "kids" of all ages. While you are here, make time to play a round or two of golf, take a swim in Lake Michigan or visit one of the water parks, miniature golf courses, boating, or recreational facilities available throughout the area.

A. C. Nielsen Tennis Center
The A. C. Nielsen Tennis Center is host to USTA Tennis Tournaments. A facility of the Winnetka Park District, it has 8 indoor and 12 outdoor courts, a nursery, complete pro shop, and shower/locker room facilities. Group and private lessons are available for all ages and abilities.
530 Hibbard Rd. | Winnetka, IL 60093 | 847-501-2065

Actors Gymnasium Circus & Performing Arts
Bringing a new physicality to the American Theatre and encouraging ground-breaking theatrical exploration, The Actors Gymnasium teaches circus arts, physical theatre and multi-disciplinary performance to children and adults; produces original, daring works of circus-theatre; to thrill audiences from the North Shore and beyond.
927 Noyes St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-328-2795

American Toby Jug Museum
Showcasing the largest collection of Toby and Character Jugs in the world including many rare and unique jugs within the complete Royal Doulton collection. On display are over 6,000 pieces illustrating their evolution from inception circa 1765 to the present day. Admission is free.
910 Chicago Ave. | Evanston, IL 60202 | 877-862-9687

Baha'i House of Worship
One of only seven in the world and the only one in North America, the Baha'i House of Worship is the largest and the oldest surviving Bahá'í Temple. Standing on the shores of Lake Michigan, the auditorium, with its walls of lace-like ornamentation and its dome rising 135 feet above the main floor, offers a scene of unsurpassed beauty. It is surrounded by exquisite gardens and fountains. This imposing and dramatic structure has received numerous design awards, and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
100 Linden Ave. | Wilmette, IL 60091 | 847-853-2325

Chicago Botanic Garden
Climb a waterfall garden, discover hidden rooms inside an English Walled Garden, cross 11 bridges spanning sparkling lakes, a Japanese Garden and discover a garden with 15 trains chugging across bridges and trestles. The Chicago Botanic Garden brings you 385 acres and 23 gardens of wonder to explore, twelve months a year. Highlights include seasonal festivals and tours by train or on foot, the Plant Science center, art exhibitions, a school and lots of ways for families to learn about the wonders of nature.
1000 Lake Cook Rd. | Glencoe, IL 60022 | 847-835-5440

City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Evanston maintains 75 beautiful public parks, including recreational facilities for a variety of sports and 50 playgrounds. During the summer, five public swimming beaches are open along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
2100 Ridge Ave. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-866-2900

Ed Rudolph Northbrook Velodrome
One of only a few official quarter-mile bike tracks in the country, this outdoor Velodrome attracts top cyclists from the Midwest to weekly races in the summer and offers training sessions, special events and Friday bike races for amateur riders of all ages.
Waukegan Road at Maple | Northbrook, IL 60062 | 847-291-2980

Emily Oaks Nature Center
Nature is truly appreciated at this 13 acre savanna and center. People of all ages will enjoy this natural oasis full of native wildflowers, grasses, oak trees, three-acre pond and trails. Some of the plants and animals that frequent the pond or have been sighted in the savanna include Great Blue Herons, Coyotes, Flying Squirrels, Northern Water Snakes, Red Foxes and Cooper's Hawks.
4650 Brummel St. | Skokie, IL 60076 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2500

Evanston Arts Depot
This cultural center is in a restored train station in the heart of Evanston. Home of the Piccolo Theatre and Custer's Last Stand Festival which takes place each June.
600 Main St. | Evanston, IL 60202 | 847-328-2204

Evanston Beaches
Evanston's beaches are open to the public during the summer months for a daily fee. Swimming, boating, picnicking, and tennis facilities are available with miles of biking and jogging paths along Lake Michigan. Lighthouse Beach, Central Street at Sheridan Road, Clark Street Beach Clark Street at Sheridan Road, Dempster/Greenwood Street Beach, Greenwood Street at the lake, Lee Street Beach, Lee Street & Lakeshore Boulevard, South Boulevard Beach, South Boulevard at the lake.
2100 Ridge Ave. | Evanston, IL 60201 |

Evanston History Center
Housed in the gracious historic mansion of former U.S. Vice President Charles Gates Dawes, this stunning chateau overlooks Lake Michigan. Visitors and history buffs explore this National Historic Landmark appreciating its original furnishings and artwork. The home features exhibits focusing on the history of Evanston.
225 Greenwood Street | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-475-3410

Evanston Symphony Orchestra
The ESO was founded in 1945 by a handful of veterans and amateur musicians who were passionate about making music together. All concerts are on Sundays at 2:30 p.m.
Pick Staiger Concert Hall | Evanston, IL 60204 | 847-864-8804

Evelyn Pease Tyner Interpretive Center
Set amidst 32.5 acres of pristine prairie in Glenview, the Evelyn Pease Tyner Interpretive Center serves as both gateway and guide to the Air Station Prairie -- and as an example of how man-made structures can harmonize with the environment. Interpretive panels on the outer walls provide information on local plants and animals, wetlands, soil conservation and gardening. Surrounding the Center are a number of "interpretive zones," including a wetland deck, a sidewalk time line and history wall and paths extending around the prairie.
2400 Compass Rd. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-299-6096

Exploritorium
A wonderful place of adventure for small children. Both children and adults can explore together through interactive play. Create a project in our arts area or make-believe in our costumed dress-up are. Build with all sizes of blocks and run your fingers through the water play area. Log on to the fun at the computer stations and experience new heights in the two and a half story tubes and tunnels
4701 Oakton St. | Skokie, IL 60076 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2700

Frances Willard House
Frances Willard was one of the most prominent social reformers in the 19th century America. Willard rallied support for temperance as well as many important reform movements including woman's suffrage, woman's economic and religious rights, prison reforms, education reforms and labor reforms. The Francis Willard Historical Association operates the Frances Willard House, Willard's home from its construction in 1865 until her death in 1898.
1730 Chicago Ave. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-328-7500

Glenview National 9 Golf Club
A 9 hole 2000 yard par 31 course designed with all players in mind. Created by internationally known award-winning golf course architect Rick Jacobson of Jacobson Golf Course Design, each hole features four sets of tees to accommodate varying skill levels among players. The course boasts pristine conditions that rival courses 10 times more expensive. Open dawn to dusk daily.
2800 W. Lake Ave. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-657-1637

Glenview Park District
The Glenview Park District oversees dozens of parks, an ice center, health and fitness center, tennis club, golf courses and attractions including The Grove, Wagner Farm, Schram Memorial Museum and the Evelyn Pease Tyner Interpretive Center.
1930 Prairie St. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-724-5670

Glenview Park Golf Club
Experience pure golfing enjoyment at the Glenview Park Golf Club. Beautifully landscaped with an extensive variety of trees, shrubs and flowers, this 18-hole, 6,133 yard par 70 course features a choice of three bent grass tee boxes on every hole. The club offers amenities of a private club but is open to the public.
800 Shermer Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-724-0250

Glenview Public Library
Dedicated to mission, community, and excellence, the Library Board of Trustees and Staff warmly welcome you to visit, enjoy and learn. This 85,000 square foot state-of-the-art learning and cultural center is located in the heart of downtown Glenview. A two-tiered parking garage with underground parking, a cozy fireplace for relaxing and reading, spacious public meeting rooms, art exhibits, public computers, a well-stocked Used Book Store, and a special room devoted to youth programs, are but a sampling of the services, amenities and features offered by the Glenview Public Library.
1930 Glenview Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-729-7500

Gorilla Tango's Skokie Theatre
Located in the heart of Downtown Skokie, Gorilla Tango's Skokie Theatre provides audiences with an eclectic mix of local entertainment options. This intimate 140-seat venue offers a wide range of performances: from drama to comedy, from music to family shows to everything in between.
7924 N. Lincoln Ave. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-677-7761

Grosse Point Lighthouse
Built on the shores of Lake Michigan by the United States Government in 1873 as the lead lighthouse marking the approach to Chicago after several shipwrecks demonstrated its need. In 1999, Grosse Point Lighthouse was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service; the first lighthouse on the Great Lakes to carry that status. The Garden Club of Evanston maintains wildflower and butterfly gardens on its property.
2600 Sheridan Rd. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-328-6961

Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
This center is a 65,000 square-foot building designed by renowned architect Stanley Tigerman. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching the universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum features an authentic early 20th century German rail car, an inspiring Hall of Remembrance for contemplation and reflection, a permanent exhibition chronicling life before, during and after the Holocaust, a youth exhibit for 9-11 year olds highlighting the lessons of the Holocaust and a 225 seat auditorium.
9603 Woods Dr. | Skokie, IL 60076 | 847-967-4800

Kohl Children's Museum
Kohl Children's Museum offers hands-on, interactive exhibits designed exclusively for children ages birth to 8. All of the exhibits and programs are designed to make learning fun and interesting for young children. A visit to a grocery store, a veterinarian's office as well as a day care inhabited by dolls allow children to participate in adult activities on their own scale. Children can build a house, make music, take care of cars, explore the properties of water and much more in the many engaging exhibits featured.
2100 Patriot Blvd. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-832-6600

Ladd Memorial Arboretum & Evanston Ecology Center
Stretching along a three-quarter mile segment of McCormick Boulevard on a narrow, 23 acre strip of reclaimed land following the diagonal course of the North Shore Channel, the Ladd Memorial Arboretum is an area of natural beauty and recreation open year-round. The Ecology Center serves as the education nucleus of the arboretum.
2024 Mc Cormick Blvd. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-864-5181

Light Opera Works
For over 30 years, Light Opera Works has presented a variety of professional musical theater productions. Audiences experience musical theatre in beautiful modern productions with professional artists and full orchestra. Three mainstage productions are presented with full cast and orchestra at Cahn Auditorium and smaller musicals are presented on the company's second stage.
Cahn Auditorium | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-869-6300

Make-A-Messterpiece
Ignite wonder, curiosity and creative exploration at Make-A-Messterpiece, the ultimate kids' creative studio! Come see what the mess is all about by participating in hands-on activities: Kids' Creative Kitchen, Bubble'ology, Drum Roll, Lil' Sprouts, and Experimentation Station. Kids are encouraged to unlock their inner innovation and explore their inner creativity in an atmosphere built just for them. Say YES to the MESS! Best of all, every child learns the responsibility of cleaning up after themselves. Also within Make-A-Messterpiece is Club M, a relaxing space for parents and caregivers to enjoy while kids explore and play. Adult take-home projects are available for groups of 10 or more with advance notice.
2050 Tower Dr. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-730-5275

Mary & Leigh Block Museum of Art
Located on the campus of Northwestern University, the Block Museum is dedicated to the study and exhibition of reproducible art forms, including prints, photographs, film, video, and computer-mediated art. It is also noted in metropolitan Chicago for its outdoor Sculpture Garden. The museum also hosts an acclaimed film series which moves outdoors in the summer. Admission to the museum is free.
Northwestern University | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-4000

Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
Focusing on the art, history, and culture of the American Indian. Permanent exhibits are dedicated to the Native cultures of the Woodlands, Plains, Southwest, Northwest Coast and Arctic regions of North America. Each gallery contains a "touching table" where visitors can handle real examples of Indian artifacts, as well as feel the raw materials including snakeskin, caribou fur, birch bark, turquoise and buffalo skin that were used by Native Americans. Temporary exhibits showcase emerging and established contemporary Native artists. Lectures and performances throughout the year provide a venue for multicultural education.
3001 Central St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-475-1030

Next Theatre Company
Award-winning plays and playwrights are brought to Evanston for their Chicagoland premiers by the Next Theatre Company. The intimate 130-seat venue showcases provocative, fresh plays and powerful performances.
927 Noyes St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-475-1875

North Shore Center For The Performing Arts in Skokie
The premier performance venue on Chicago's North Shore. The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie is a dynamic two-theater complex facility features an 867-seat main theater and a convertible 342-seat theater. The Center is proudly home to the Northlight Theatre, Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra, the acclaimed Ars Viva Symphony Orchestra and numerous other cultural organizations and since its opening, the North Shore Center has hosted the best of comedy, song and dance including Capitol Steps, Kathy Griffin, Joffrey Ballet, Mavis Staples just to name a few.
9501 Skokie Blvd. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-673-6300

Northbrook Park District
The award-winning Northbrook Park District manages more than 500 acres of parks and provides more than 1,000 recreational programs. Distinctive facilities include: two outdoor aquatic centers, Sportsman's Country Club (with 27 holes, a lighted practice range and mini-golf), the Anetsberger Golf Course (a 9-hole short course with grass tees), the Northbrook Sports Center (home of two year-round ice rinks and a Skating School), the Northbrook Theatre (presenting shows by the Northbrook Musical Theatre for Young Audiences and Northbrook Theatre Children's Company), the Ed Rudolph Velodrome for bicycle racing, turf soccer fields and two fishing lakes.
545 Academy Dr. | Northbrook, IL 60062 | 847-291-2960

Northlight Theatre
An award-winning magnet for critical and professional acclaim and the flagship theatre of Chicago's North Shore. Northlight presents an exciting mix of new works and classic favorites; comedies, dramas and musicals staged by the nation's finest actors, designers and directors.
9501 N. Skokie Blvd. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-673-6300

Northwestern University
Northwestern is a Big Ten school and one of the leading university's in the U.S. and its Evanston campus is on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Founded in 1851, Northwestern University is a renowned educational institution rich in history and architecture. More than 150 historically significant and interesting sites on campus are featured in various walking tours, each taking approximately 30 minutes to complete. University highlights include The Arch, University Hall, The Arts Circle, and the University Library.
633 Clark St. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-3741

Northwestern University Spectator Sports
The Northwestern Wildcats offer some of the best Division 1 college sports action in the Midwest, featuring 19 teams and competing in the Big Ten Conference.
1501 Central St. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-CATS

Noyes Cultural Arts Center
The Noyes Cultural Arts Center is home to a 190 seat full stage theatre as well as two galleries which exhibit local artists, with exhibitions changing every two months. The historic building is also home to many arts organizations and artists including Next Theatre, Piven Theatre and the Actor's Gymnasium.
927 Noyes St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-4488260

Oil Lamp Theater
Step inside the Oil Lamp Theater, which is just as much a part of their artistic canvas as the hand-selected theatrical productions are. Your experience begins with a warm greeting into a home-like environment which includes fresh-baked cookies. The performances will take you and your friends on an intimate journey to explore the human condition, through the lens of relationships and love. Bring your favorite beverage and enjoy the show.
1723 Glenview Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-834-0738

Piccolo Theatre
Bringing the art of human comedy through physical theatre, the Piccolo Theatre focuses on eloquence and humor in order to move, delight and transform audiences. Performances take place in the Evanston Arts Depot in their unique train station theatre setting.
Evanston Arts Depot | Evanston, IL 60204 | 847-424-0089

Pick-Staiger Concert Hall
The 1,003-seat Pick-Staiger Concert Hall hosts major orchestral, band, and choral performances on the campus of Northwestern University. Built in 1975, the auditorium is known for its outstanding acoustics.
Northwestern University | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-467-4000

Piven Theatre Workshop
An acclaimed theater and actor-training center with a 30-year history. Alumni include John Cusack, Jeremy Piven, Aidan Quinn, and Lili Taylor. Piven Theatre produces equity theatre shows throughout the year and offers classes for children and adults.
927 Noyes St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-866-8049

Ravinia Festival
As the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States, Ravinia Festival offers a series of outdoor concerts and performances held every summer from June to September. It is the summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and attracts world class performers every year from around the world. Famous for its concerts on the Lawn, there are actually four separate venues where audiences can experience music year-round.
200 Ravinia Park Rd. | Highland Park, IL 60035 | 847-266-5100

Schram Memorial Chapel
This historic nondenominational chapel served as a house of worship for thousands of servicemen and woman passing through this military base. After the Naval Air Station closed, the building was moved form its original location and painstakingly restored by the Village of Glenview and Kimball Hill Builders. Now owned by the Glenview Park District, it is available for groups, individuals and organizations.
1799 Patriot Blvd. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 224-521-2562

Skatium Ice Arena
Listen closely and you can hear the echoes of legends Scott Hamilton, Denis Savard, Evan Lysacek, Sasha Cohen and Stan Mikita! Whether your preference is hockey, figure skating, or recreational skating, the Skatium Ice Arena has something for everyone. Programs are taught by arena professionals. A full-size rink as well as a smaller rink can be used for private parties or roller hockey during the summer. Open for public skating year-round.
9300 Weber Park Place | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2900

Skokie Heritage Museum
Explore Skokie's heritage by visiting the historic Engine House and the original (1847) Log Cabin. These two sites have much to offer with local and seasonal exhibits, special interest classes, and educational school programs.
8031 Floral Ave. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500

Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park
A unique experience, combining recreational features with an outstanding exhibition of large-scale contemporary sculpture in a beautifully landscaped, easily accessible setting. Stroll, rollerblade, or bicycle along the paved path and view art in nature.
McCormick Boulevard between Touhy & Dempster Street | Skokie, IL 60053 | 847-679-4265

Skokie Park District
The nationally acclaimed Skokie Park District features more than 50 parks and facilities, including Devonshire Cultural Center, Oakton Community Center, Skokie Sports Park, Emily Oaks Nature Center and Skokie Heritage Museum.
9300 Weber Park Place | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500

Skokie Public Library
A leading institution of the Village of Skokie and a staple of downtown Skokie, the library is truly a center for the community with more than 450,000 items available for check-out, three community meeting rooms and hundreds of events and classes offered each month. The Library offers the latest in cutting edge technology with Library Resources available 24 hours a day via their website, plenty of computers available for internet access and research and a wireless network on the 2nd floor.
5215 W. Oakton St. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-673-7774

Skokie Sports Park
Featuring one of the top 100 rated ranges in the U.S., complete with a two-tier, 40 station range with an automatic tee-up system. The driving range features a fiber built hitting system, lights for evening practice and eleven heated stalls for cold-weather practice. Target greens provide a landing area for precise accuracy and distance control. For the less competitive golfers who prefer windmills as obstacles, a 9 and an 18-hole miniature golf course delights. If golfing is not your sport, try one of the park's batting cages and perfect the baseball swing.
3459 Oakton Street | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500 ext. 3100

Skokie Water Playground
This fun park features three slides, a zero depth pool-similar to beach entry with play equipment including a water play structure with large splash bucket. The pool also has lanes for lap swim, a locker and shower area, concession stand, turf and suntan area.
3459 Oakton St. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2721

Sportsman's Country Club
Considered one of the best public golf complexes on the North Shore, with the redesigned and nationally recognized Classic 18 Course, the East 9 full-length course, a lighted 30-stall practice range and a miniature golf course. Sportsman's provides a high level of customer service, PGA instruction, maintenance and value.
3535 Dundee Rd. | Northbrook, IL 60091 | 847-291-2351

The Grove National Historic Landmark
This prairie grove covers 123 acres of ecologically diverse prairie land preserved and maintained as former home of the visionary horticulturist and educator Dr. John Kennicott who brought his family from New Orleans to settle on this land in 1836. The Grove, located in Glenview is a National Historic Landmark and is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It offers many opportunities for educational, environmental and historical enjoyment including two historic homes, the Kennicott House and the Redfield Estate; the Grove Interpretive Center, a Native American Village, a Log Cabin, a Schoolhouse, a Wetlands Greenhouse and numerous interpretive trails.
1421 Milwaukee Ave. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-299-6096

The Hadley School for the Blind
Founded in 1920, The Hadley School for the Blind's mission is to promote independent living through lifelong, distance education programs for people who are blind or visually impaired, their families and blindness service providers. The world's largest educator of braille, Hadley enrolls 10,000 students in all 50 states and 100 countries each year.
700 Elm St. | Winnetka, IL 60093 | 847-446-8111

The Laughing Chameleon
Located in The Glen Town Center offering the area's only high caliber of live variety entertainment, comedy, illusionists and more, The Laughing Chameleon features a full bar and small plate restaurant service. Shows are at 8pm from Tuesday-Saturday and Funny Monday Comedy Showcase with Open Mic Nights are every Monday. Free parking.
1830 Tower Dr. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-834-0291

Theatre and Interpretation Center at Northwestern University
Northwestern University's acclaimed Theatre and Interpretation Center explores new worlds of theatre and the strange and magical journeys that take us there. Each production explores what theatre can do and the different ways in which stories move us.
1949 Campus Dr. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-7282

Tipsy Paint
Explore your creative side at this unique painting studio. A team of talented artists will guide your painting stroke by stroke or for the more advanced, unleash your creativity on your own canvas. Be amazed at the masterpiece that can be created with a little professional guidance. The studio's carefully designed featured paintings are user-friendly and address all skill levels. Day and evening times are available with or without supervision. Wonderful entertainment option for individuals of all ages including children.
1944 Lehigh Ave. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-657-9700

Wagner Farm
A visit to Wagner Farm affords you the opportunity to take part in and experience firsthand the workings of a genuine American farm. Wagner Farm is an 18.6 acre farm preserved for the educational and recreational enjoyment for all. See how bread was made in a wood cook stove, hear the rooster marking time with his crow or milk one of the farm's many cows. Explore the world of agriculture and rural life as it existed in 1920-1950's.
1510 Wagner Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-657-1506

Weber Park Golf Course
Golfers of all ages will enjoy a round of golf at the district's Weber Park Golf Course. This 9-hole, par-3 golf course features bent grass greens, beautiful landscaping and a gazebo. The course is ideal for learning to play golf or working on your short game.
9300 Weber Park Pl. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500

Winnetka Beaches
Residents and visitors enjoy over 23 acres of park land adjacent to scenic Lake Michigan. Winnetka Park District operates three swim beaches (Elder Lane, Maple Street and Tower Road), one boat Launch and Sailing Center (Lloyd) and for our four-legged friends a Dog Beach (Centennial Beach). Daily admission and season passes are available mid-June through mid-August.
540 Hibbard Rd. | Winnetka, IL 60093 | 847-501-2040

Winnetka Community House
The Winnetka Community House enriches the lives of North Shore residents, their families, visitors and friends by providing diverse educational, cultural, social and recreational opportunities for people of all ages.
620 Lincoln Ave. | Winnetka, IL 60093 | 847-446-0537

Winnetka Golf Club
Provides golfing pleasure for players of all skill levels and interest. The 18-hole course is a challenging layout with a par of 71. It can play to a length of 6,517 yards. The par 3 course is classically designed to allow use of almost all clubs in your bag. The clubhouse houses a modern Pro Shop stocked with the latest equipment with knowledgeable professional staff available for assistance.
1300 Oak St. | Winnetka, IL 60070 | 847-501-2050

Winnetka Ice Arena
Open September - May each year. Play hockey, enjoy figure skating or recreational skating or watch an Ice Show.
490 Hibbard Rd. | Winnetka, IL 60070 | 847-501-2060

Winnetka Park District
Winnetka is fortunate in the number and variety of its beautifully maintained parks-from pocket-sized to Crow Island woods (seven acres in native timber) to Lloyd Park (nine acres overlooking Lake Michigan), to the 160 acre Skokie Playfield which accommodates almost every conceivable type of recreational activity.
540 Hibbard Rd. | Winnetka, IL 60070 | 847-501-2040

Winnetka Platform Tennis Facility and Paddle Hut
Play platform tennis in Winnetka! Platform Tennis also known as paddle tennis is played outdoors in fall, winter and spring. The sport has many advantages: it's easy to learn the skills, it's great exercise, it's a social sport, and it can be enjoyed by players of any age or ability. The Winnetka Park District operates one of the only public facilities in the Midwest. Six courts in top condition and are complemented by a state-of-the-art hut.
490 Hibbard Rd. | Winnetka, IL 60093 | 847-501-2060

Winnetka Public Library
With free WiFi, 90+ public computers, access to 24-hour online resources, hundreds of events, and over 130,000 items available for check-out, the Winnetka Public Library is your gateway to information, culture, and ideas.
768 Oak St. | Winnetka, IL 60093 | 847-446-7220

Writers' Theatre
Writers' Theatre, was founded in 1992 to explore productions in which the word on the page and the artists that bring the word to life hold primary importance. Creating deliberately intimate performances, audiences come face- to- face with powerful stories in a 108-seat Tudor Court venue and our 50-seat Vernon Avenue venue. With a reputation for consistent artistic excellence, Writers' Theatre has built an award-winning repertoire and serves as a vital and highly-regarded company in the Chicago theatre community.
376 Park Ave. | Glencoe, IL 60022 | 847-242-6000

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