Horner Park

Welcome to Chicago's Horner Park located on the banks of the North Branch of the Chicago River.

Park History: In the early 20th century the Chicago Neighborhood of Irving Park experienced a major building boom with new homes and industries sprouting up everywhere. One of the new industries in the region was a brick making factory that was located on the land that is present day Horner Park. After the factory was shut down the site became a garbage dump, but it was not long before the local communities began to fight the dump and succeeded in getting the land rezoned. In 1946 the City of Chicago began to purchase the land and develop long term plants for the park's development. Within just a few years time the park had a sledding hill, tennis courts, and a tree lined meadow. Further improvements were made in the 1970's and 1980's.

The park itself is named for the first Jewish Governor of Illinois, Henry Horner. Horner was governor from 1933-1940 and also served as a Cook County judge and an attorney for the Board of Assessors. Today this park boasts many opportunities for residents and visitors of Chicago. Come on out and have fun!

To contact the office please call 773-478-3499.