Evanston, Illinois

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Evanston, Illinois

Name

Evanston, Illinois

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Evanston is a city in Cook County, Illinois, situated along the shores of Lake Michigan. Founded by Methodist business leaders, it is home to the prestigious Northwestern University. The area was historically inhabited by Potawatomi Native Americans before its incorporation.

Statistics

Area

20.21 km²

Population

78,110

Location