Park District Board Votes in Favor of Legislation Changes for Office of Prevention and Accountability, Approves Contract for the Washington Park Framework Plan and Renames Park in Honor of Author Gertrude Kolmar; Celebrates Mayor Harold Washington’s 100th
Today, the Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners voted to approve changes to the District’s Code to create the Office of Prevention and Acco
Chicago Park District Launches “I am a Chicago Lifeguard” Campaign
New campaign features diverse Chicago lifeguards who protect lives and are pillars in their communities;
Chicago Park District to Host Town Halls to Gather Public Input on New Office of Prevention and Accountability
Chicago Park District seeking community input on plans to build a better Park District and ensure a safe and respectful recreation and work
Park District Board Holds First In-Person Meeting in Two Years; Board Welcomes Andrea Telli as Commissioner, Approves Design Contract for DuSable Park and Celebrates Women’s History Month in First Meeting Chaired by New President Myetie Hamilton
Today, the Chicago Park District held its first in-person Board Meeting in two years, welcoming long time public servant and former Chicago Public
Chicago Park District Introduces Code Amendments to Create Office of Prevention and Accountability, Seeks Community Input
New Office will ensure a safe and respectful recreational and work environment for everyone at the Park District; Office’s creation comes a
Chicago Park District Takes Immediate Action In Response To Reports Detailing Egregious Mishandling Of Sexual Misconduct Complaints
Reports made public by Park District Board detail sexual misconduct cases and mismanagement of complaints; District vows to continue holdin
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Park District Cut Ribbon on the Ford Calumet Environmental Center
New park facility to serve as a multi-functional environmental center in Invest South/West corridor
Chicago Park District Implements COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Employees
Park workforce must be fully vaccinated by December 15th
Mayor Lightfoot Joins Alderman Jason Ervin, Garfield Park Rite to Wellness Collaborative Members, and Local Residents to Break Ground at Community Plaza and Roller Rink in West Garfield Park
New Plaza represents City’s first major infrastructure investment under the Neighborhood Activation Initiative
Chicago Park District Announced as Finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal Awards in Parks and Recreation Management
Chicago Park District to compete for prestigious honor in the park and recreation industry
Chicago Park District Continues to Limit Use of Pesticides in Parks
Dandelions Growing in Parks Signifies a Healthy Lawn
Chicago Park District Expands Montrose Dune Natural Area
Added land will make a greater impact on habitat; increases City’s natural area acreage count
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
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 Announces Schedule for the 20th Annual Movies in the Parks Series
Outdoor Screenings Run July 13- Sept 11