History of Evanston, Illinois, USA

1880: Buffalo, NY; Evanston, IL; Two Rivers, WI; and Ithaca, NY all claim to have invented the ice cream sundae. Wherever it happened, it first started appearing in soda fountains during the 1880's. It was invented because ice cream sodas weren't allowed to be sold on Sundays; the ice cream sundae was a way to circumvent that restriction.

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Ev’anston, a handsome post-village of Cook co., Ill., on Lake Michigan, 12 miles N. of Chicago. It is on the Milwaukee division of the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad, and contains 22 churches, 2 newspaper offices, 3 banks, a number of fine residences, the Garrett Biblical Institute, a free public library, and the Evanston College for Ladies, was founded in 1871. It is also the seat of the Northwestern University (Methodist), which was founded in 1854. This institution has a library of 22,000 volumes. Evanston has electric lights, gas-works, and Holly water works. Pop. about 5000.

Evanston, a city of Cook co., Ill., on Lake Michigan, 12 miles N. of Chicago. Lat. of Dearborn Observatory, 42° 3' 33" N. ; Lon. 87° 40' 36" W. It is on the Chicago and Northwestern and other railroads, and contains the Garrett Biblical Institute, Winchell Academy, Convent of Visitation, etc. It is also the seat of the Northwestern University (Methodist), which was founded in 1854 and is partly in Chicago. It has faculties in arts, medicine, law, dentistry, theology, etc., and had in 1901 2246 students (men and women). (See Chicago.) Pop. in 1900, 19,259.

Northwestern University: Start your visit with a stroll through Northwestern University's beautiful campus. You can explore its historic buildings, lush gardens, and even catch a college football game if you're in town during the season.

Lake Michigan: Evanston boasts a beautiful stretch of Lake Michigan shoreline. You can take a relaxing walk or bike ride along the lakefront path, have a picnic on the beach, or simply enjoy the stunning views.

Baha'i House of Worship: This stunning architectural marvel is one of only seven Baha'i temples worldwide. Even if you're not religious, the serene gardens and intricate design make it a peaceful place to visit.

Grosse Point Lighthouse: Located in Evanston's Lighthouse Beach Park, this historic lighthouse offers tours and a glimpse into the area's maritime history. The surrounding park is great for picnics and relaxing by the lake.

Downtown Evanston: Explore the bustling downtown area, filled with unique shops, boutiques, and...