Kimball Park Update

On Wednesday, November 20, 2019 the Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail Park Advisory Council invited the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and Fleet and Facility Management (2FM) to share updates…

Julia de Burgos Park Under Construction

Julia de Burgos Park is located at 1805 N. Albany Avenue and serves the western end of the Bloomingdale Trail, the heart of The 606. The Chicago Park District is rebuilding the slope at…

Walsh Park Is Going Under Construction!

Walsh Park is located at 1722 North Ashland Avenue and serves as the eastern end of the Bloomingdale Trail, the heart of The 606. In 2014, The Chicago Park District received the Open Space…

Walk With Light

Areas of The 606 closed during construction

Dear Neighbor, Due to the construction work happening to restore the Exelon Observatory, there will be periods over the next few weeks when the Ridgeway entrance to the Bloomingdale Trail will not be accessible….

The 606 showcases monthly video series by Marwen student artists

The 606 is proud to premiere People of The 606—a short video that celebrates the diversity of our unique park-and-trail system through the eyes of Marwen students Isabel Chavez, Michelle Martinez, Mia Mendez, and Billie…

606 Flags Dedication at the Exelon Observatory

Thousands Attend Celebration of The 606’s First Anniversary

The 606 Block Party featured a community festival, musical performances, food, an illuminated promenade and art CHICAGO, June 6, 2016 — Thousands of Chicago families, neighbors and visitors of all ages and backgrounds joined…

Thank you for celebrating with us at The 606 Block Party

What a great party! The 606 Block Party was a fun-filled success, thanks to the thousands of friends and neighbors who joined us and otherwise supported The 606 with your community spirit and generous…

The 606: Chakaia Booker Sculpture Installation