Unique Things to Do in Evanston, IL
Evanston, IL's most unique experiences include Evanston Art Center, Five & Dime, Grosse Point Lighthouse, La Cocinita, and Lighthouse Beach.
Beach next to an 1873 lighthouse — more scenic, fewer crowds
2601 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201 · Daily 11am-7pm (summer)
Free gallery shows and art classes for every skill level since 1929
1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201 · Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-4pm
Evanston's only rooftop bar — cocktails above the Davis Street crowd
1026 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201 · Wed-Sat 5-11pm, Sun 5-9pm
Climb an 1873 lighthouse for Lake Michigan views — tours weekends in summer
2601 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201 · Grounds open daily; tours Sat-Sun 2-4pm (summer)
Venezuelan arepas and jalapeno-cucumber margaritas — nothing else like it in Evanston
1625 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 · Tue-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-8pm
10,000 years of Native American history — one of the only dedicated museums in the Midwest
3001 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201 · Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-4pm