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Ukrainian Village: Pierogies and Public Art

Start with a classic Ukrainian breakfast near the museum, then wander north to Wicker Park.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Kasia's Deli

    Grab pierogies at Kasia's Deli. The cabbage rolls are also highly recommended. If you like what you eat but live out of state, take comfort: Kasia's will deliver the good stuff anywhere.

  2. 09:20

    Ukrainian National Museum

    Explore the Ukrainian National Museum. It houses the best collection of Ukrainian ethnographic exhibits in the United States, including musical instruments, traditional costumes, and folk art. Historical exhibits cover issues such as the famines under Stalin and the fallout after the Chernobyl meltdown.

  3. 09:50

    Wicker Park

    Walk north to Wicker Park. It is a 4.03-acre public urban park in the Wicker Park neighborhood of the West Town community.

Local tip

The museum is open Thu-Sun 11AM-4PM. Kasia's Deli is open Mo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-18:00; Su 10:00-14:00. Check the route for the 66 Chicago or 49 Western bus if you need to get back.

Check before you go

  • Museum hours: Mon-Wed by appointment, Thu-Sun 11AM-4PM.
  • Kasia's Deli hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-18:00; Su 10:00-14:00.

Worth knowing

  • Kasia's Deli is open at 09:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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