In the early 20th century, two visionary designers created plans for Chicago that incorporated ambitious ideas about parks and green spaces. Daniel H. Burnham’s Plan of Chicago and Jens Jensen's Plan for a Greater West Side System both suggested an extension to Chicago’s boulevards, creation of new parks, and preservation of naturally forested lands.While some recommendations, such as Jensen's proposed network of community gardens, were different from one another, others such as the forest preserve plan were advocated by both designers. Park historian Julia S. Bachrach will bring new insight and information to this fascinating topic as part of the Friends of the Parks' Living in the City lecture series. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch.
