Overview of Roberts Square Park greenspace.
A bright sunny day at the park!
Chicago Plays! Playground  at Roberts Square Park
Chicago Plays! playground
Location:

5230 W. Argyle St.
Chicago, IL 60630

Supervisor: Andrea Woppel (Jefferson Park)
Phone Numbers: Main (773) 685-3316

 

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

Located in the Jefferson Park community (two blocks east of Northwest Highway, three blocks south of Foster Avenue), this 4.49 acre park contains a playground with a sandbox and a walking path.

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

History

This 4+ acre park located on Argyle Street in Jefferson Park has been known as Roberts Square since 1873, when this public square was donated to the Village of Jefferson Park by David L. Roberts, an early settler of the village.  This donation was shortly after Jefferson Park’s incorporation. Mr. Roberts was one of the organizers of Jefferson Township and was the township’s first Clerk. He also held the position as highway overseer and as a justice of the peace. Mr. Roberts and his family donated land and also helped establish the first church in Jefferson Park, the Jefferson Park Congregational Church, which still is exists.

When Chicago annexed Jefferson Township in 1889, the park became City property. In 1929, the City passed an ordinance granting control and use of Roberts Square for park and playground purposes to the Jefferson Park District. 

Jefferson Park District was one of the 22 park commissions that was consolidated in 1934 into the newly formed Chicago Park District.  The Chicago Park District took over control and use of the Roberts Square. In 1957, pursuant to the Chicago Park and City Exchange of Functions Act, title to this park property was transferred from the City to the Chicago Park District.

In keeping with David Roberts' original intent, the site has always been used for ornamental purposes, and no buildings have ever been constructed there.

Advisory Council

Contact: Jefferson Park Memorial Park Advisory Council
Meeting Details:

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

Parking/Directions

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

Map & Facilities

Roberts Square Playground

5200 W. Argyle St.
Chicago, IL 60630
United States

Roberts Square Water Spray Feature

5200 W. Argyle St.
Chicago, IL 60630
United States

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Roberts Square Playground
Roberts Square Playground

5200 W. Argyle St.
Chicago, IL 60630
United States

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Roberts Square Water Spray Feature

5200 W. Argyle St.
Chicago, IL 60630
United States

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