About 10 miles north of the Loop, Rogers Park is Chicago’s northernmost neighborhood.

Rogers Park has a string of 10 beaches along Lake Michigan, more than any other Chicago neighborhood.

In the early 20th century, wealthy business people built their houses here.

Rogers Park was annexed to the city in 1893 but remained a quiet bedroom community through much of the 20th century.

Today, Rogers Park is best known as the home of Loyola University.

CTA’s Red and Purple lines have multiple stops in Rogers Park, as does Metra. There are also bus options and a lakefront bike path.

Rogers Park’s diverse population is reflected in a dining scene that includes food from Jamaica, Peru, Ethiopia, Korea, and Middle East.

The Glenwood Avenue Arts District has a robust theater scene, music venues, and galleries.

Friday afternoon on W Morse Avenue.

Rogers Park’s streets are full of murals, including the Mile of Murals, a string of commissioned works, some of which are a full block long.

On the shore of Lake Michigan, Loyola Park’s 21 acres include a shoreline trail, sports fields, plus two gyms and a wood shop.

A Little League game at Loyola Park.

Just to the north of Loyola Park, Leone Beach Park has a sandy shoreline and a play area for kids.

Views of Lake Michigan at North Shore Beach Park.