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Horner Park

Chicago, Illinois

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Horner Park features a restored natural area along the Chicago River, providing a habitat for native plants and wildlife. Source: Chicago Park District

The park hosts the Horner Park Jazz Band's summer concert series, a community favorite for live music enthusiasts. Source: Horner Park Advisory Council

The park offers a variety of family-friendly amenities, including playgrounds, sports fields, and a dog-friendly area. Source: Chicago Park District

Horner Park was named after Henry Horner, the first Jewish governor of Illinois, serving from 1933 to 1940. Source: Chicago Park District

Local residents actively participate in the park's planning and improvement projects through the Horner Park Advisory Council. Source: Horner Park Advisory Council

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