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About Highland Park, IL
Highland Park is a vibrant North Shore community known for its cultural attractions, excellent schools, and beautiful lakefront. Home to the Ravinia Festival and stunning architecture, this city offers a perfect blend of arts, nature, and suburban living.
Community at a Glance
Population
30,176
Median Household Income
$133,750
Median Age
44.7
Total Area
12.2 sq mi
Schools
elementary schools
North Shore SD 112
middle schools
North Shore SD 112
high schools
TrueNorth Educl Cooprtv 804
high schools
Twp HSD 113
unified schools
TrueNorth Educl Cooprtv 804
Amenities & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
- Ravinia Festival
- Highland Park Community House
- Highland Park Historical Society
- Highland Park Public Library
- Wentz Concert Hall — North Shore connection at Ravinia
Parks & Nature
- Rosewood Beach
- Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve
- Lakefront Park & Nature Preserve
- Sunset Valley Golf Course & Park Grounds
- Everts Park
Restaurants
- Cafe Central
- Michael's Restaurant
- Ravinia Restaurant
- Shakou Highland Park
- Francesca's on the Park
Shopping
- Central Avenue Downtown Shopping District
- Sunset Foods
- Port Clinton Art Festival & Market Grounds
- Bookends & Beginnings
- Highland Park Opticians & Specialty Boutiques on Elm Place
Coffee
- Lakota Coffee — Highland Park
- Highland Grounds
- Starbucks — Highland Park (Downtown)
Fitness & Wellness
- Highland Park Recreation Center — City of Highland Park Parks
- Midtown Athletic Club — Highland Park
- CorePower Yoga — Highland Park
- North Shore Health & Racquet Club
Explore Highland Park
Things To Do in Highland Park, IL
Restaurants, parks, coffee shops, arts & culture — discover the local spots that make Highland Park a great place to call home.
Getting Around
Metra Union Pacific North Line
Commuter Rail
Direct service to downtown Chicago