About Us
The Norridge Park District was established in 1955 to serve the recreational needs of the community of Norridge as well as portions of Harwood Heights. The District currently manages 20.3 acres of park and open space, as well as the Norridge Recreation Center, the Pool & Fitness Center and the Early Care & Preschool Academy.
The Norridge Recreation Center features a regulation size - for grade school - gymnasium for basketball and volleyball use, 4 multi-purpose rooms (one of which has a full, working kitchen), 2 music studios (one for piano lessons and the other for guitar/drum lessons), administrative offices and a Board Room.
The Pool & Fitness Center is home to our outdoor swimming pool, a baby pool, a Splash Pad with water features, 2 water slides, a concession stand and an adult tanning deck. The Fitness Center features 1600 square feet of cardio and strength equipment, a dedicated aerobics room with rubber floor and locker rooms with showers.
The District's main park features 2 playgrounds, 6 ball fields, 6 outdoor basketball courts, 5 tennis courts, 1 in-line hockey court and 2 bocce ball courts.
In addition to the main park, the District has another park site located at Montrose Ave. and Octavia, known as the Iron Ball Playground and providing a small playground and a few picnic tables for families with small children to enjoy.
The Park District provides numerous programs and events throughout the year for participants ranging in age from 6 months to the golden years of life. Participants partake in early childhood, youth, teen, adult and senior programming, special events, trips and fitness activities. Programs and events are listed in our three seasonal Leisure Guides, on the Park District web site and on other various marketing materials distributed throughout the community.
Insurance Disclaimer
The Norridge Park District is committed to conducting its recreational programs and services in the safest manner possible and holds the safety of participants in the highest regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreational programs must recognize, however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in activities.
Please recognize that the Norridge Park District does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive; therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreational program/activity should review their own medical insurance policy for coverage.
The Norridge Park District requires that all program participants or legal guardians sign a Liability Waiver and Release form at the time of registration. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Norridge Park District is committed to accessibility for individuals with disabilities and strives to provide equal, integrated participation in all programs, services, and activities. The Park District's policy is to reasonably accommodate all qualified program applicants in accordance with the ADA. We welcome the questions, comments and concerns of interested community members regarding District ADA compliance.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) officer for the Norridge Park District is:
- Nate Brown, Executive Director
FOIA requests may be made:
- In person, at the Norridge Park District's Main Office (4631 N. Overhill Ave.)
- By e-mail, to Nbrown@norridgepk.com
- By fax, to 708-457-8385
Requests must include the requestor's name and contact information, as well as state whether or not the information will be used for commercial purposes. If you request that any records be certified, you must indicate so in your request and specify which records must be certified.
Fees for copies of records that are requested are as follows:
First 50 pages (black and white, letter or legal sized): no cost
- Additional pages (black and white, letter or legal sized): $0.15 per copy
- Electronic records will be formatted subject to reimbursement for costs of recording medium
- Color copies or copies in a size other than letter or legal shall be reimbursed to actual costs.
Cost of certifying a record will be $1.00.
Click here to access the Park District's FOIA Request Form and other information
Click here to Access the 2022 Compensation Package Disclosure
*New* Field & Facility Link
Wondering if the pool or fields are open? We have a new easy access solution. Simply click on our Field and Facility link and find the information you are looking for.
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