Columbus Park

Columbus Park

The 135-acre Columbus Park is considered the masterpiece of nationally renowned landscape architect, Jens Jensen, who is recognized as creator of Prairie style landscape design.

In 1953, the nine acres at the park's southern boundary were destroyed to make way for the Eisenhower Expressway.

Location

500 S. Central Avenue
Chicago, Cook County
Illinois, USA

Getting There

You can get there by public transportation using the CTA Green Line. The nearest Green Line station to Columbus Park is the Central station. From there, it is a short walk to the park. Alternatively, you can take the #20 Madison Street bus to the park.

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