Welcome to Armstrong Park!
Armstrong's Chicago Plays! Playground
Armstrong Park Baseball Diamond
Armstrong Park Baseball Diamond
Location:

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60653
Supervisor: Kisha Taylor
Phone Numbers: Main (312) 747-7138 (Kennicott Park)

 

Hours

Park Hours
Sunday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Monday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am-9:00 pm

Description

This small park totals 9.27 acres and is located in the Grand Boulevard Community Area. The park features baseball diamonds, basketball courts and a playground that was renovated in Fall 2013 as part of the Chicago Plays! Program. 

While there is no structured programming taking place at this location, we invite you to check out our great programs offered at nearby Kennicott Park for recreation.  

History

Park No. 492 became part of the Park District’s park portfolio in 1993. The park was renamed Lillian Hardin Armstrong Park in 2004 as part of an effort by the Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners to recognize the contributions of Chicago women. 

Armstrong (c, 1898 – 1971) was a jazz musician, composer and bandleader. A member of the Chicago band known as the New Orleans Creole Band in the 1920’s, she met and married trumpeter Louis Armstrong in 1924. After separating from Louis in 1931, she led two all-women bands, played piano on many recordings, and composed many songs, including “Just a Thrill,” which became a hit for Ray Charles. Throughout the rest of her life, she played a major role in Chicago’s music scene. She died in Chicago in 1971 during a tribute concert to Louis Armstrong, who had passed away the month before.

Advisory Council

Contact: Shemeka Irby,   President
Email: armstrongparkchicago@gmail.com
Meeting Details:

3rd Monday of the month 6pm

Out of an abundance of caution Park Advisory Council Meetings will be held virtually for the near future. Please contact the Armstrong PAC for details.

Parking/Directions

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

Map & Facilities

Armstrong Baseball Field

Armstrong Baseball Field

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

Armstrong Playground

Armstrong Playground

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

Armstrong Football/Soccer Field

Armstrong Football/Soccer Field

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

Armstrong Basketball Courts - Outdoor

Armstrong Basketball Courts - Outdoor

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

Armstrong Baseball Field

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

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Armstrong Park playground
Armstrong Playground

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

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Armstrong Football/Soccer Field

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

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Armstrong Basketball Courts - Outdoor

4433 S. St. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60653
United States

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