Welcome to Forest Park
Forest Park is like the cool cousin to Oak Park and River Forest. Only 10 miles from Chicago’s downtown, Forest Park blends small-town charm and urban savvy in western Cook County. Forest Park, IL is known for its community events & vibrant nightlife. It’s easy to get to via the CTA Blue Line, or a quick drive on Interstate 290 west to either the Harlem Avenue or First Avenue exits. This makes it a great place for young professionals, new families, and those looking to enjoy retirement!
Fun fact about Forest Park, IL., there are more deceased residents than living ones as it’s home to several cemeteries… talk about a quite neighborhood! Forest Park cemeteries draw visitors worldwide to connect with Chicago, national – and even Hollywood – history.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
16 INCH SOFTBALL MUSEUM
The Chicago 16 inch Softball Hall of Fame is dedicated to preserving and promoting this great game and honoring its history.
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FOREST PARK AQUATIC CENTER
This is the coolest place in the summer! The center features a zero-depth pool, slides, diving boards, a ‘spray ground,’ and a sand-play area.
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WINE WALK
Enjoy an afternoon of shopping & drinking is a crowd favorite. Stroll down Madison Street and sip and shop with your besties
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CASKET RACES
The town goes wild for this festive event every fall. Contestants dress up and races caskets down the street as the community cheers them on!
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MADISON STREET
No matter what you’re looking for, chances are you’ll find it on Madison! From vintage stores to specialty shops there is much to discover.
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BROWN COW ICE CREAM
A cult favorite, Brown Cow is the place to go for a scoop of Ice Cream featuring a wide array of flavors all made in their own creamery.
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LOCAL NEWS SOURCES
FOREST PARK REVIEW
Weekly newspaper from Growing Community Media serving Forest Park. Building community through independent, nonpartisan journalism.
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GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
PROVISO TOWNSHIP
POLICE DEPARTMENT
CHILD CARE & SCHOOLS
DISTRICT 91 (k-8)
DISTRICT 200 (High School)
OTHER RESOURCES
PARKS & RECREATION
FOREST PARK PARK DISTRICT
FOREST PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING
