Lincoln Park is a neighborhood located north of downtown Chicago. It is bounded by Lake Michigan, the Chicago River, and Diversey Parkway. The area has a long history, starting as a cemetery in the 1830s before becoming a park named after Abraham Lincoln in 1865. Today, Lincoln Park is known for its boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and nightlife along Clark Street and Armitage Avenue. It is also home to attractions like the Lincoln Park Zoo and nature museums.