Chicago Park District Expands Montrose Dune Natural Area
Added land will make a greater impact on habitat; increases City’s natural area acreage count
Jackson Park Improvement Update
This spring, the Chicago Park District will begin utility relocation work and resume track and field work in Jackson Park.
Chicago Park District’s Lincoln Park Conservatory Opens to the Public with Spring Flower Show ‘Pretty in Pink’ on March 26
The Conservatory will start accepting reservations from the public on Saturday, March 13
Chicago Park District Announces Program Registration for Spring Programming
View program offerings now; Online registration begins March 8 and 9
Chicago Park District Receives $80,000 Grant to Develop Community Nutrition and Health Hubs in Parks and Recreation
The Chicago Park District, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), has received an $80,000 grant to develo
Chicago Park District Announces Plans to Reopen Lakefront, Playgrounds and Aquatics Programming
Today, Chicago Park District General Superintendent & CEO Michael Kelly announced plans to reopen the city’s lakefront, playgrounds and indoor
City of Chicago Launches Public Engagement Phase of "Chicago Monuments and Public Art Project"
Chicagoans are invited to join a first-of-its kind conversation about monumental sculptures, artworks and commemorative plaques currently b
Chicago Park District’s Garfield Park Conservatory Accepting Reservations to Visit its Indoor Gardens Starting February 10 & 12
The Conservatory opens to the public on February 27 with new social distancing and safety prot
Chicago Park District Continues Emergency Shoreline Stabilization
Work currently underway at South Shore Cultural Center and Arthur Ashe Beach
Chicag Park District Resumes In-Person Programming January 25
Spaces are still available; Register now
National Recreation and Parks Association Announces Chicago Park District Superintendent Michael Kelly As Board Chair
NRPA also welcomes five new board members
Chicago Park District Announces Free Drive-In Movie Series in Park Locations Citywide
Screenings run Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 11- 27
Chicago Park District July 2020 eNewsletter
Summer has officially arrived! Please continue to wear your mask and practice social distancing while visiting our parks & trails.
Chicago Park District Response to COVID-19 Cases in the Parks
Locations with program or facility interruptions as a result of COVID-19 cases are listed below.
Chicago Park District Announces Schedule for the 20th Annual Movies in the Parks Series
Outdoor Screenings Run July 13- Sept 11
Chicago Park District Partners with Illinois Farmers to Produce Hand Sanitizer to Combat COVID-19
Illinois soybean farmers support the effort with raw materials, packaging
Chicago Conservatories OPEN Spring Flower Shows Valentine’s Day
Chicago Conservatories OPEN Spring Flower Shows Valentine’s Day
Showcase runs through Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10
Chicago Park District Hosts Three Teen Fairs at City Colleges, Starting Jan. 31
The Chicago Park District invites teens from across Chicago to attend its 5th annual Teen Opportunity Fair series.
Chicago Park District Opens Online Registration for Winter Programs on December 2
Classes Available for Viewing Now; Slots still available for Winter Break Camps
Chicago Park District Set to Break Ground on New South Shore Beach House
Construction scheduled for completion in time for 2020 beach season