Vogle Park Playground
Welcome to Vogle Park!
Vogle Park Play area
Vogle Park Play area
Location:

2100 W. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

Supervisor: Mark Naumiec (Gross Park)
Phone Numbers: Main (312) 742-7528

 

Hours

Park Hours
Day Time slot Comment
Sunday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Monday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm

Description

This small park 0.29 acres and it is located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood (on Lawrence Avenue, 2 ½ blocks west of Damen Avenue). The soft surface playground is a favorite among community children. While there is no structured programming taking place at this location, we invite you to check out our great programs offered at Gross or River Parks.

History

Vogle Park is one of 16 neighborhood parks established by the Chicago Park District in 1973.  After identifying property in the Lincoln Square Community Area for park development, the Park District acquired the site using U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant funds. The vacant lot was soon transformed into a well-equipped playlot. Several years later, the Park District updated the site, replacing the original playground equipment with a soft surface playground. Ornamental fencing has enclosed the property since 1997.

In 1976, the District Board of Commissioners officially named the park to honor neighborhood resident Henry Vogle, Jr. (1912-1973). Shortly after arriving in Chicago from Pennsylvania, Vogle became involved in various civic and community organizations, including the Kiwanis Club, the Ravenswood Conservation Commission, the Knights of Columbus, and the 47th Ward Democratic Organization. He also supported area youth programs, serving as a volunteer basketball and football referee at nearby Winnemac Park. Vogle died of multiple sclerosis in 1973, at the age of 61.

Parking/Directions

For directions using public transportation visit www.transitchicago.com.

Map & Facilities

Vogle Playground

2100 W. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Vogle Playground
Vogle Playground

2100 W. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

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