People Plazas
Overview
The Chicago Department of Transportation has jurisdiction over 45 plazas throughout the City. Local community groups can activate these People Plazas through a wide variety of efforts including community events, cultural programming, placemaking installations, and outdoor furniture. A list of plaza locations suitable for activations can be found here.
Project Examples
Seating
Gateway to the Loop
Festival of Trees
Allen Lee Plaza
Dance Performances
Polish Triangle
Theatre Performances
Solidarity Plaza
Al fresco
62nd Street and Ingleside Avenue
Resources