In 1914, the City of Chicago purchased the site of Robert J. Jackson Park for use as a municipal tuberculosis sanitarium. After the sanitarium closed, Robert J. Jackson, who served as Third Ward Alderman from 1918 to 1939, urged the City to convert the site to parkland.

By 1950, the new park had been named in Jackson's honor, and the Bureau of Parks and Recreation had improved it with a spray pool, a sand box and playground equipment. In 1957, the City transferred the park to the Chicago Park District pursuant to the Chicago Park and City Exchange of Functions Act of 1957.

This small playground is 0.27 acres and it is located in the Grand Boulevard Community.  

While there is no structured programming taking place at this location, we invite you to check out our great programs offered at nearby Taylor Park in Bronzeville for recreation in the gym, fun in the outdoor pool and workout opportunities at the Fitness Center or boxing ring.