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The Village of Oak Park is an architectural treasure in a western suburb. Within its 4.5 square mile area exists over 70 architecturally and historically significant buildings of all varieties. 25 of these buildings were designed by the world-renowned architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright had a large influence in Oak Park architecture, and the community has many artists whose studios and galleries provide a variety of entertainment. The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, Unity Temple and Moore-Dugal Home are favorite Frank Lloyd Wright attractions for the area. Oak Park's famous residents also include: Ernest Hemingway, whose home and museum are open to the public; Doris Humphrey, the dancer and choreographer; and Edgar Rice Burroughs, the creator of Tarzan.

Many diverse shops and restaurants in Oak Park cater to a variety of tastes and cultures. International cuisine can be found from the United States, Latin America, Africa, Europe and Asia. The community also contains many charming hotels and bed and breakfasts, to provide tourists with a true taste of the Oak Park community.

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