Lindblom Park

About This Business

Lindblom Park, located in the West Englewood community, is a 17.56-acre park that offers a wide range of amenities and activities for visitors of all ages. The park features a gymnasium, fitness center, and multi-purpose rooms, as well as outdoor facilities such as baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields, a swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts, a walking path, and a picnic area. Many of these spaces are available for rental, including the gymnasium, fields, and multi-purpose rooms. Park-goers can participate in various programs, such as the Park Kids afterschool program, seasonal sports, Cubs Care Baseball, Inner-City basketball league, gymnastics, track & field, Teen Club, and senior health & fitness programs. The park also offers cultural activities, including hip hop dance. During the summer, youth can participate in the Chicago Park District's popular six-week day camp, as well as specialty camps like Tennis Camp. In addition to programs, Lindblom Park hosts fun special events throughout the year for the entire family. The park has a rich history, dating back to the post-World War II era when the Chicago Park District began a major initiative to create new parks in underserved neighborhoods. The park was acquired in 1949 and has since undergone several improvements, including the addition of basketball courts in 1958 and the construction of a modern fieldhouse in 1983. Today, Lindblom Park is a vibrant community hub that provides a safe and welcoming space for people to come together, engage in physical activity, and enjoy the outdoors. With its diverse range of amenities and activities, Lindblom Park is an invaluable resource for the West Englewood community and a testament to the importance of public green spaces in urban areas.