Shawnee (Shawanwaki) Park, Skokie
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Shawnee, or Shawanwaki, Park provides neighborhood green space and recreation facilities on Lee Street in Skokie.
Trees, play areas and a basketball court support a local outdoor visit, with a Little Free Library adding a community feature.
The photograph shows the actual park before its planned playground replacement. Demolition is scheduled for late 2026 or early winter, with new equipment expected in a later construction season. Check the district’s current project notice before planning a playground visit and respect work barriers. Other recreation and community activities have separate arrangements. Keep dogs under the posted rules and respect adjoining homes.
Visitor details reviewed October 26, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: Nick Number / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. CC BY 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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