Submitted by Mimi A.
Photo by Bonnie Speer
Address: Lincoln and Peterson
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The Legion Park Gateway Plaza Fountain is located at the southwest corner of Lincoln & Peterson. This site was formerly the location of the Riverside Motel which was torn down in July of 1999 in keeping with a promise and plan from 40th Ward Alderman Patrick O’Connor & Chicago Mayor Richard Daley.

The surrounding community was enthusiastic in its anticipation of the Plaza & Fountain. Meetings were held explaining the planned landscaping and the inner workings of the fountain.

The Plaza opens up to Legion Park’s other 48 acres that sit along the North Shore Channel’s east bank. Other improvements were installed, such as a new river walk and bike paths. The park’s playgrounds were also upgraded.

The formal dedication took place in October 2000 and the end result far exceeded expectations. Beautiful from its very beginnings, each year brings more fullness to the new trees and more plants to delight us.