‘Elvin Explores North Lawndale’ Coloring Book Gives Kids A Chance To Get Creative While Exploring Their Neighborhood

NORTH LAWNDALE — A coloring book about North Lawndale artists is giving young people a way to relax while showing their pride for the West Side.

The “Elvin Explores North Lawndale” book is a visual story that moves through some of the neighborhood’s most beloved landmarks. Allowing people to color a book filled with places in their community encourages residents to get out and explore their favorite places in Lawndale, said Alexie Young, founder of the Art West art center that spearheaded the project.

Read the rest of the story about this Steans Family Foundation-funded project at Block Club Chicago.