Austin Town Hall Park

Austin Town Hall Park is an urban park featuring a fieldhouse with multiple recreational facilities on its grounds. The building includes an indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, performance theater, fitness center, and two kitchens for community use.

The site began as Cicero Township's town hall before Austin was annexed into Chicago in 1899. This transition marked when the building shifted from government administration to serving as a public park.

The fieldhouse hosts dance classes, music lessons, and theater performances that bring local artists and families together regularly. These programs give visitors a chance to experience creative activities woven into community life.

The park is located on West Lake Street and remains accessible to visitors from throughout the Austin neighborhood. Facilities are available year-round with different programs running during the school year and expanded summer activities.

The fieldhouse was designed in the 1920s by Michaelsen and Rognstad and draws inspiration from Independence Hall in Philadelphia. This architectural reference makes it a distinctive example of the era's building style within the Chicago area.

Location: Chicago

GPS coordinates: 41.88860,-87.76580

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03