DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT

DOWNERS GROVE, IL

7-26-23, Metra/Amtrak trackage The tracks across the South Branch of the Chicago River used to carry Pennsylvania Railroad varnish in and out of Union Station. Just past the bridge was the very busy 21st St. crossing.
7-26-23, Metra/Amtrak trackage Credit: OHFalcon72

The Downers Grove Park District is a local government agency that manages and maintains parks, facilities, and recreational programs in Downers Grove, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. The district was established in 1946 and covers approximately 1,500 acres of land in the community.

The park district is responsible for maintaining 49 parks, including two community parks, seven neighborhood parks, and 40 smaller parks, as well as several sports fields, trails, and natural areas. Popular parks in the district include McCollum Park, which features a swimming pool, ice rink, and sports fields, and Lyman Woods, a 150-acre nature preserve with hiking trails and educational programming.

In addition to maintaining parks and facilities, the Downers Grove Park District offers a wide range of recreational programs for all ages, including fitness classes, sports leagues, art classes, and summer camps. The district also hosts community events throughout the year, such as concerts, movie nights, and holiday celebrations.

The Downers Grove Park District is governed by an elected board of commissioners and is funded by property taxes and user fees. The district's mission is to enhance the quality of life in Downers Grove by providing parks, facilities, and programs that promote health, wellness, and community engagement.

DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DOWNERS GROVE IL. US MID #8401700389

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

7-26-23, Metra/Amtrak trackage The tracks across the South Branch of the Chicago River used to carry Pennsylvania Railroad varnish in and out of Union Station. Just past the bridge was the very busy 21st St. crossing.
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20240221 01 Metra, Oak Park
20240217 03 Metra BNSF Downers Grove, Illinois
7-25-23, Metra F59PHI 92 Running a few minutes late at Roselle, IL station is Metra train 2239 led by F59PHI 92. The unit is ex. Amtrak Cascade Service 469.
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Contact DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT

DOWNERS GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 663
DOWNERS GROVE
IL
60515

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DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT Information

MID # 8401700389
Name DOWNERS GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237215311
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.808408, -88.015947
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 043
US Census Tract: 844802
US Census Block: 1003