Humboldt Park

Humboldt Park is an 87-acre green space on Chicago's Northwest Side with lagoons, walking paths, sports fields, and garden areas. The park includes playgrounds and open lawns framed by trees throughout its landscape.

The park was designed in 1877 by architects William Le Baron Jenney and Jens Jensen and named after the German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt. Over the following century, it evolved into a major recreational destination for the expanding neighborhood.

The park serves as a gathering place for the Puerto Rican and Latino community of the neighborhood, where traditional celebrations and local artists shape daily life. These cultural expressions are visible in events and activities that reflect the heritage of the surrounding area.

The park has multiple entry points and well-marked paths that work for visitors of different abilities. Seating areas, water fountains, and restroom facilities are distributed throughout the grounds for visitor convenience.

The historic Stables and Receptory building showcases architecture from the 1870s and now functions as a community center. This structure is among the oldest still-used buildings in the park and often goes overlooked by visitors exploring other areas.

Location: Chicago

Location: Humboldt Park

Inception: 1877

Architects: William Le Baron Jenney, Jens Jensen

Operator: Chicago Park District

Phone: +(312)7427549

Website: https://chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/humboldt-alexander-von-park

GPS coordinates: 41.90650,-87.70180

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53