Our Park District
Whether you want to learn about the future, discover the past, take up a new sport, enjoy your leisure
time in the great outdoors or just plain have fun, the Glenview Park District is the place for you. As
one of the largest in Illinois, the district includes award-winning facilities, an extensive park
system, a wide array of programs and more than 150 community events each year. The park district serves
more than 63,000 residents, including all of Glenview and Golf, small portions of Niles, Northbrook,
Northfield and Skokie and unincorporated areas beyond the village limits.
Park Center
2400 Chestnut Ave. (847) 724-5670
This award-winning community center, adjacent to Gallery Park in the heart of town, serves as the
district’s central registration and information center and is home to:
Park Center Health & Fitness – 44,000-square-foot fitness center features
state-of-the-art equipment, over 60 weekly group exercise classes and personal trainers.
Splash Landings – Four-pool indoor aquatic center rated “Best Indoor Water
Park on the North Shore” by North Shore Magazine.
The East Wing – Home to 863 active members, offering more than 100 programs and
activities for those 55 years old and up.
Lakeview Room at Park Center – For wedding receptions, bar and bat mitzvahs and
other special occasions, choose this beautifully appointed grand banquet room with elegant chandeliers,
dance floor, stage and adjacent outdoor patio overlooking Lake Glenview. Available for rental as an
entire suite or as individual rooms accommodating smaller groups.
The Lakeview Room is also an excellent choice for business meetings, seminars and other corporate
events, and comes equipped with comprehensive audio/visual support and WiFi.
Park Center Preschool – Park Center Preschool is guided by a “learn
through play” philosophy, giving children opportunities to discover, problem solve and build
self-esteem. Children receive carefully planned guidance while exploring the environment. The 2’s
program helps children gain independence, communication skills, and both fine and gross motor abilities.
The 3’s program focuses on social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. The 4’s
program finds creative ways to challenge students while preparing them for a smooth transition to
kindergarten.
Glenview Park Foundation
The Glenview Park District is fortunate to receive substantial financial support from the Glenview
Park Foundation, a charitable foundation formed in 1996 to support the delivery of recreation
opportunities to the community. The foundation hosts three major fundraising events each year: the
top-tier Firecracker Classic golf outing; the Glenview 3v3 Soccer Tournament, which attracts up to 150
teams throughout the Chicagoland area; and Winterfest, a celebration of all things winter at the
Glenview Community Ice Center.
Glenview Community Ice Center
1851 Landwehr Rd. (847) 724-2800
Discover the fun of ice skating at this premier teaching center with three indoor ice rinks. Learn
figure skating, hockey and speed skating from qualified staff and enjoy public skating, ice bumper cars,
hockey and broom ball leagues, special exhibitions and regional competitions.
Glenview Tennis Club
1800 Wagner Rd. (847) 724-1570
The award-winning Glenview Tennis Club is a great place for all members of the family to get in shape,
play tennis, and meet friends. This eight-court indoor tennis complex and learning center offers the
benefits of playing tennis in a superb club setting.
Glenview Farmers Market
1510 Wagner Rd. (847) 657-1506
The Glenview Farmers Market welcomes residents to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheeses,
baked goods, crafts, flowers, gourmet items and more Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon, in June
through October. You’ll find its location just across the street from Historic Wagner Farm an
inspiration: visit the farm animals, wander through the restored farmhouse or visitors’ center,
check out the equipment or enjoy some of their fresh market produce.
Glenview Park Golf Club
800 Shermer Rd. (847) 724-0250
This beautifully maintained 18-hole community golf course has a friendly staff and private country club
feel, but the reasonable prices of a public course. The clubhouse offers a picturesque country club
setting, making it a perfect place to host your next party or meeting.
Glenview Prairie Club
2800 W. Lake Ave. (847) 657-1637
Glenview’s home for golf enthusiasts and paddle tennis players. In addition to the great golf
experience, players have come to know and appreciate, Glenview Prairie Club now offers opportunities to
learn and play paddle tennis. The clubhouse is a great place to relax with a drink and a snack around
the cozy fireplace or out on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course.
Roosevelt Outdoor Aquatic Center
2239 Fir St. (847) 724-3337
Flick Outdoor Aquatic Center
3600 Glenview Rd. (847) 724-3337
Create those lasting summer memories at Roosevelt and Flick Outdoor Aquatic Centers. These
award-winning outdoor water parks serving up fun for all ages. Both pools feature zero depth pools,
designated tot areas, lap swimming and one-of-a-kind water features and slides.
The Grove
1421 Milwaukee Avenue (847) 299-6096
park district facility
Explore Glenview’s past or learn about preserving our environment at this 145-acre natural and
historic treasure. The Grove is home to some of Glenview’s earliest settlers. Hike woodland
trails, visit the nature center or tour an authentic log cabin, a one-room schoolhouse, an Indian long
house and tipi or the 1856 Kennicott House. You can even hold your wedding at the historic Redfield
Estate.
Historic Wagner Farm
1510 Wagner Rd. (847) 657-1506
park district facility
Learn about where food comes from and “how things used to be” at one of the last working
dairy farms in Cook County. Milk a cow, experience farm life as it was in the 1920s and visit the
Heritage Center museum, which features interactive exhibits, milking parlor, greenhouse and an authentic
1930s grocery store. Historic Wagner Farm is home to the Glenview Farmers Market, held June through
October.
Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie & Tyner Interpretive Center
2400 Compass Rd. (847) 901-6828
park district facility
Experience what much of northern Illinois was like in pre-settlement times at this 32-acre remnant of
tall-grass prairie. The Tyner Center, a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Platinum-rated “green” environmental learning center, is a showcase for “green
technology” with exhibits that provide a better understanding of this unique environment.
Schram Memorial Chapel
1799 Patriot Blvd. (224) 521-2562
park district facility
Say your “I dos” in a charming refurbished World War II era landmark that can be used for
weddings and other special occasions.
Naval Air Station Glenview Museum
2040 Lehigh Ave. (847) 657-0000
The Naval Air Station Glenview Museum shares the unique story and 58-year history of the air
station’s operation. From the early years as Curtiss-Reynolds Wright airport, to its
history-making role qualifying WWII Navy/Marine pilots through the Korean, Vietnam and Cold-War eras,
the museum commemorates those who served and their missions.
The N.A.S. Glenview Museum is open Saturdays and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. Private tours are available during
the week. Please call (847) 657-0000 or visit www.nasglenviewmuseum.org for more information.
Glenview History Center
Farmhouse Museum & Hibbard Library
1121 Waukegan Rd. (847) 724-2235
www.glenviewhistory.org
A nonprofit organization founded in 1965. Glenview History Center aims to preserve nature and promote
awareness and appreciation of the Village on Glenview’s local history by conducting educational
programs and providing informational services to the community.
Glenview Public Library
1930 Glenview Road (847) 729-7500
glenviewpl.org
Discover more than books at the Glenview Public Library. Engage with an active community of lifelong
learners, find a place to belong, and experience something new.
The Library encourages a vibrant exchange of ideas by connecting people to information, activities, and
each other.
At the Glenview Public Library, you can explore an expertly curated collection of books, eBooks, and
audiobooks. Find entertainment for the whole family with the vinyl collection, movies, and board and
video games. Borrow tools, devices, and gadgets from our Library of Things, or create something new in
the Innovation Center. The Library also offers comprehensive genealogy resources, which can help you
learn about Glenview’s history and your own.
Whether you prefer to visit in person or browse online, GPL welcomes you to engage, be enriched, and
feel empowered. Get your library card today!
Kohl Children’s Museum
2100 Patriot Boulevard (847) 832-6600
kohlschildrensmuseum.org
Situated on nearly nine acres of land, Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago features 17
interactive exhibits designed with expert knowledge of how children learn. Within its world-class
Glenview facility, you’ll find enrichment activities and programs designed to specifically address
the developmental needs of children ages birth to 8. The museum welcomes more than 300,000 visitors each
year.
The great outdoors opens up to museum visitors in its 2-acre nature park called Habitat Park. Here,
children explore unique climbing structures, a prairie grass maze, water painting wall, solar and wind
power, a sensory garden and a 10-piece interactive sculpture trail.
Inside, the fundamental connections that set the stage for a lifetime of learning – connections
in their developing minds, bodies, and spirits – are nurtured and encouraged, celebrated and
transformed, all through the power of play.
Oil Lamp Theater
1723 Glenview Rd......... (847) 834-0738
Oil Lamp Theater is an award-winning 60-seat nonprofit theater located in the heart of downtown
Glenview. It produces six mainstage theatrical plays and offers special events throughout the year such
as its Speak Easy Nights for more than 10,000 patrons per year. Its mission is to provide a grand
theatrical experience in an intimate space by fostering connection, broadening horizons, and shining a
light on the human condition.
The lobby features warm décor and comfortable seating, reminiscent of a home, and its intimate space
and ambitious productions connect the audience and performers to create a truly unique experience. In
addition, the artwork on the lobby walls changes with each new show, providing a residency for local
artists to display their work.
In 2021, Oil Lamp opened its bar to the public, serving libations before, during, and sometimes after
each production. Craft cocktails are available for special events. They have also partnered with
Misericordia Sweets Shoppe, another local nonprofit organization, to continue the long-standing
tradition of offering fresh-baked complimentary cookies at each performance.
The name of the company comes from founder Keith Gerth’s childhood, where due to the rural nature
of his home town, they lost power often and used oil lamps to light the house. This brought the family
closer and created a beautiful, soft and intimate glow while they entertained each other with stories to
pass the time.
Originally, founded in February 2005, Oil Lamp Theater was dedicated to the preservation of traditional
theater in unique and original venues. With that vision in mind, Keith staged 20 productions for up to
35 friends and guests each night in his home, a condo in Lakeview.
