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    Greektown is a neighborhood on Chicago's Near West Side with a population of 1,129 that is diverse but with large percentages of white (48%) and African American (37%) residents. It has a median household income of $97,437 and median rent of $1,536. Originally founded in 1960 after being forced to relocate to make way for the University of Illinois at Chicago, Greektown still retains Greek restaurants, bars, and cultural centers despite many Greeks moving to the suburbs. The document reflects on how the history of Greektown demonstrates the contributions of the Greek community and cultural diversity of Chicago.

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    Greektown is a neighborhood on Chicago's Near West Side with a population of 1,129 that is diverse but with large percentages of white (48%) and African American (37%) residents. It has a median household income of $97,437 and median rent of $1,536. Originally founded in 1960 after being forced to relocate to make way for the University of Illinois at Chicago, Greektown still retains Greek restaurants, bars, and cultural centers despite many Greeks moving to the suburbs. The document reflects on how the history of Greektown demonstrates the contributions of the Greek community and cultural diversity of Chicago.

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    Greektown

    Aaron Labedz, Kelsey


    OMalley, Chris Stanek, Jack
    Loy,

    Demographics
    Population of 1,129
    48% White, 3% Asian, 12% Hispanic,
    37% African American
    Median Household Income of
    $97,437
    Median rent is $1,536

    Location
    Near West Side adjacent to I-90
    Was forced to move so UIC could be
    built
    From Loyola, take Red Line to
    Jackson, then Blue Line to UICHalstead

    History
    Present Greektown was founded in
    1960
    Formerly known as The Delta
    Many Greeks have moved to the
    suburbs, but restaurants, bars,
    parades, and cultural centers remain
    in Greektown

    FOOOOOOOOOD

    Reflection
    Showed contributions of Greek
    community
    Diversity of Chicago
    Surprised by number of Greek
    immigrants
    Showed how Chicago is a melting pot
    of many different cultures
    Helpful to see different part of the
    city from where we live

    Thank you!

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