Scoville Park

Scoville Park sits at Lake Street and Oak Park Avenue with tennis courts, an open meadow, playgrounds, and the Peace Triumphant monument honoring World War I. The layout combines recreational facilities with memorial space.

The Oak Park Park District purchased the land in 1912 following the demolition of James Scoville's mansion, marking their first acquisition. This purchase established the foundation for the community's public park system.

Since 1973, the park hosts A Day In Our Village festival each June, bringing together local businesses and Oak Park residents for a community celebration. The event has become a central gathering point for neighbors to connect.

The park has three lighted tennis courts, public restrooms, wireless internet access, and an automated external defibrillator available. Essential amenities are distributed throughout the space for visitor convenience.

Danish-American landscape architect Jens Jensen designed the space with flowing curved pathways and wove existing mature trees into the overall design. His approach blends natural features with thoughtful circulation throughout.

Location: Illinois

GPS coordinates: 41.88940,-87.79500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:25