Longfellow Park

Park District of Oak Park
Oak Park, IL

The Longfellow Park Master Plan developed a road map for the long existed park in the community of Oak Park. PRI worked on the previous development of this park and with our new plan, we tried to breath new life into the outdated recreational programs and park amenities. Working with the Park District of Oak Park, PRI proposed a design that align with the Oak Park community.

The original Master Plan of Longfellow Park was developed in 2007, Phase 1 of the project was implemented in 2011.

Proposed Program

Modernize the existing playground to provide inclusive and sensory play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities and create a stimulating and sensory-rich environment.

Expand and enhance the existing splash pad with more colorful and above-ground elements to create a more engaging and interactive water play experience for all visitors.

Repurpose the tennis courts to accommodate the sports that are most popular with the community.

Goal:

Provide a creatively themed and inclusive play environment for children of all ages and abilities.

Create a fun and refreshing water play experience for all visitors.

Redevelop and revitalize the existing tennis courts to better meet the needs of the community,

Remove the existing sand play area

Provide a convenient and accessible public restroom.

Proposed Programs

Pickleball Courts

Four recreational size Pickleball Courts will replace the existing, out of date Tennis Courts. One of the two areas can be used as ice skating rink in Winter. Fabric shadings provide waiting area for the players.

Sunken Sensory Garden

Garden visible from the street, with seat wall and benches. Provide resting area and a sense of arrival for the patk.

Improved Primary Age Playground

The new Primary Age (2-5) Playground will replace the existing out-of-date combined age play equipment. The playground is located further away from the street, with seat wall along the perimeter.

Landscape Structures Inc.

Improved School Age Playground

The new Scholl Age (5-12) Playground will be separated from the Age 2-5 Playground, providing a safe play space for kids at all age groups.

Improved Existing Splash Pad

Expanded splash pad with new equipment.

Portland Loo

A low maintenance solution of outdoor public restroom.

Longfellow Park Public Meeting Presentation (Dec 7th, 2023)

Longfellow Park Public Meeting Presentation