Park District of Oak Park

The mission of the Park District of Oak Park states “In partnership with the community, we enrich lives by providing meaningful experiences through parks, programs and facilities.” The Park District of Oak Park, created in 1912, serves the recreational needs of the 52,000 residents of Oak Park, providing nearly 3,000 recreation programs and special events annually. Overseen by a Board of five elected officials, the District owns an Administrative Center, two outdoor pools, an indoor year-round ice rink, the Oak Park Conservatory, Cheney Mansion, Pleasant Home, a gymnastics & recreation center, seven recreation centers plus 18 parks totaling 84 acres of parkland. Through the programs and facilities the Park District of Oak Park provides, we significantly contribute to the quality of life in Oak Park.