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Washington Park Chalet
Posted by:
Lazer
(198.147.38.---)
Date: August 25, 2009 05:22PM
I went through Washington Park this past Sunday and I noticed a lovely but lonely boarded-up building that was labelled "The Chalet" by an official Chicago Park District sign. I couldn't find any information on it online. Does anyone know what it was used for and when the last time it was open? It looks like it may have been a concession stand at some point.
2009 goal: visit and document (blog and photos) all 77 Chicago community areas. http://77neighborhoods.blogspot.com
2009 goal: visit and document (blog and photos) all 77 Chicago community areas. http://77neighborhoods.blogspot.com
Re: Washington Park Chalet
Posted by:
WayOutWardell
(63.226.79.---)
Date: August 25, 2009 06:35PM
According to the WPAC, it was used in conjunction with the park's bowling greens (which are still visible in aerial photos). I hope it survives if the Olympics come to town.
