Location:
632 W. 71st St.
Chicago, IL 60621
Supervisor:
Michael Lindsey (Hamilton Park)
Phone Numbers:
Main
(312) 747-6174
Hours
Park Hours
Description
Located in the Englewood community, Lily Gardens Park totals 2.82 acres and it is a relaxing location for families to spend a portion of their day relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Children can also play on our playground with swings.
History
Lily Gardens Park originated in 1886 when developers platted a portion of the former Town of Lake and dedicated the property as parkland. The City of Chicago acquired the site when it annexed the Town of Lake in 1889. Lily Gardens Park was transferred to the Chicago Park District in 1957 pursuant to the Chicago Park and City Exchange of Functions Act. Difficulties in maintaining the lily ponds led the Park District to remove them and install a playground in their place.
Originally known as 72nd Street Park, by 1910 the park had been designated The Lily Gardens. The new name referred to the park's two impressive basins planted with water lilies.
Map & Facilities
Lily Gardens Playlot Playground
