Barberry Playlot
Barberry Playlot
Location:

2825 W. Arthington St.
Chicago, IL 60612

Supervisor: Deon Powell (Altgeld Park)
Phone Numbers: Main (312) 746-5001

 

Hours

Park Hours
Weekday 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 green space totals 0.47 acres and is located in the East Garfield Park Community Area.

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

History

The Chicago Park District acquired this land in 1969 and transformed this once-vacant lot to parkland, improving it with playground equipment, a sand box, and a spray pool. Officially, designated Barberry Park in 1974, the park was one of a number of properties named for trees and plants at the time. An ornamental bush often used for hedges, the barberry has impressive vibrant fall foliage and long-lasting red berries that provide color throughout the winter. Historically, Arabs used the berries for sherbet, and probably knew the plant as berberys, meaning "shell," for its hollowed leaves. Barberries are also associated with the Berbers, who cultivated them on Africa's Barbary Coast. In 2012, the City transferred City-owned parcels that were located adjacent to the park to the District for the expansion of the park.

Advisory Council

Contact: Altgeld Park Advisory Council
Meeting Details:

4th Monday of the month at 6pm at Altgeld Park, 515 S. Washtenaw

Parking/Directions

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

Map & Facilities

Barberry Sandbox

2825 W. Arthington St.
Chicago, IL 60612
United States

Barberry Water Spray Feature

2825 W. Arthington St.
Chicago, IL 60612
United States

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Barberry Sandbox

2825 W. Arthington St.
Chicago, IL 60612
United States

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Barberry Water Spray Feature

2825 W. Arthington St.
Chicago, IL 60612
United States

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