One of the joys we have with working in the Chicago Real Estate market is being a part of the vibrant tradition and future of this great city! As the team of advisors and Chicago real estate agents here at Shoreline Property Advisors, we know that living in a city is much more than buying a great home; you’re also buying a lifestyle.
If you currently live in Chicago or are planning on visiting this coming weekend to see what it’s all about, you’re probably aware of the famous celebration that will be taking place this Saturday; the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Since 1957, the parade has been a favorite tradition in Chicago with the famous dyeing of the Chicago River just before the parade begins.
Of course, Irish tradition has been a part of Chicago’s culture long before then with Irish immigrants settling into the city in the 1830’s. By 1850, the Irish made up one fifth of Chicago’s population and continued to grow. Throughout Chicago, you’ll see a number of Irish Catholic churches as the Irish helped found the first Catholic churches in Chicago. In fact, up until 1916, all of the Catholic Bishops in Chicago were of Irish descent. Politics were another area where the Irish flourished, which we’ve seen in our mayors, including current mayor Richard M. Daley. You can also see the continued Irish influence with a number of local pubs and various groups where Irish music and dance are still very alive and well!
If you’re hoping to get a taste of Chicago’s rich Irish heritage this weekend, we thought we’d point out some of the highlights and local establishments were you can celebrate the luck o’ the Irish! Take a look!
Dyeing the Chicago River
Saturday, March 17 at 10:45am
- Watch the Chicago River turn green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day! The dyeing can be best viewed from the East side of the Michigan Avenue bridge, the West side of the Columbus Drive bridge or upper and lower Wacker Drive between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 17 at Noon
- Get your fill of Irish fun as you watch the St. Patrick’s Day Parade march through downtown! The parade starts at Balbo and Columbus and will proceed north on Columbus Drive. The viewing stand will be located in front of Buckingham Fountain. Taking public transportation is highly encouraged!
After the parade festivities, stop by one of these local pubs for a taste of Ireland! You’ll feel very Irish eating a classic corned beef and cabbage with a Guinness!
Emmit’s Irish Pub
495 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
www.emmits.com
495 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
www.emmits.com
D4 Irish Pub & Cafe
345 E. Ohio St, Chiago
www.d4pub.com
345 E. Ohio St, Chiago
www.d4pub.com
Poag Mahone’s Ale House
333 South Wells, Chicago
www.poagmahone.com
333 South Wells, Chicago
www.poagmahone.com
We hope you can be a part of this fun Chicago tradition this coming Saturday, or at least stop by a pub for an Irish meal. You’ll get a great feel for Chicago’s heritage and see more of what the city has to offer!
If you are considering relocating to Chicago and would like to learn more about the Chicago Real Estate market; feel free to contact us! We’re here to help in any way we can and make sure your questions get answered.
There are currently many beautiful homes and condos available in Chicago and we’d enjoy helping you find your place in the Windy City!
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