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Lincoln Park has many resources for students, families, and community members. From fun activities for the whole family to resources for learning English or temporary housing, the Lincoln Park High School community has something for everyone.
Included here is a short list of some of the resources available, both in person and digital.
Lincoln Park Zoo 17 minute walk from school
Lincoln Park, Chicago, 60614
10am-5pm daily https://www.lpzoo.org
(312) 742-2000
Website available in English, Spanish, Polish, and Chinese
Seasonal camps for younger students help them explore wildlife
Year-long ‘internships’ in which middle and high school students help the Lincoln Park Zoo’s Urban Wildlife Institution research
The Zoo is a great place for students and community members to volunteer their time.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 25 minute walk from school
2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL 60614
773-755-5100 https://naturemuseum.org
Open Daily 10am-4pm
Resources/Programs:
TEENS: Teenagers Exploring and Explaining Nature and Science: Tis After School Matters Internship program pays high school students to learn and use technology to research and collect data for existing research projects. Participants learn about careers in the sciences and participate in hands-on research of their local communities.
Elementary age students are able to participate in day camps in which they explore the natural world through age appropriate hands-on activities.
In conjunction with the Chicago Park District the museum offers after school and evening programs for students and their families.
Chicago Public Library 24 minute walk from school
1150 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 744-1926 https://www.chipublib.org/about-lincoln-park-branch
Hours Vary
Resources/Programs:
Website available in English, Espanol, Polski, and Chinese
-The library hosts continuing learning programs including English as a Second Language conversation groups and practice, and Spanish study groups
-The library includes information for adults who seek continuing education in terms of high school graduation credit, ESL programs through the City of Chicago Colleges, and test prep for various academic and career opportunities.
Learning English:
The CPL website offers a wide variety of information and options for ESL classes including digital and in-person class options.
Becoming a Citizen:
The CPL website offers a wide variety of information and options for ESL classes including digital and in-person class options.
The CPL website has detailed information for job seekers, including resume help, developing computer skills, Chicago jobs information, and digital resources for businesses.
Chicago History Museum 23 minute walk from school
1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 642-4600 https://www.chicagohistory.org
Hours Vary
Resources/Programs:
In collaboration with National History Day the museum helps students create original research projects to present and compete with the chance to attend the national history day competition in Washington DC.
The museum and its website provide activities for families, teens, and young people so that families can learn together, either at the museum or at home. This allows for equity of access for those families who might not be able to travel to the museum itself. The family activities web page also includes activities in. Spanish that focus on the impact immigrants, migrants, and refugees have had on the city of Chicago.
Exhibitions include a diverse array of information about Chicago history, including the history of BIPOC in the city and the history of protest in the city (a current exhibition focuses on activist art in the 60s and 70s). Students and families can find something that interests everyone at the museum as the exhibitions are interactive and some are even online.
Lincoln Park Community Services 13 minute walk from school
600 W. Fullerton
Chicago, IL 60614 https://www.lpcschicago.org/
773-549-6111
Drop-in Services:
People are welcome to visit LPCS facilities daily for basic needs: showers, laundry, clothing, toiletries meals, referrals, and case management.
Street Outreach:
Team members engage and work with people living on the streets to help provide essential services and supports such as case managers, housing, and benefits.
Interim Housing:
Two facilities offer safe and temporary housing for people who need it. Case Managers are available to provide individualized support and goal-setting.
Affordable and Permanent Supportive Housing:
LPCS supports 37 individuals with and without disabilities with permanent housing
LPCS is always looking for volunteers. Check their website for current opportunities.
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