Cherry blossoms in bloom near Columbia Basin in Jackson Park, April 16, 2025. (E. Jason Wambsgans/Chicago Tribune) Cherry blossoms bloom behind the Museum of Science and Industry, April 16, 2025. (E.

The Chicago Park District said there have been 20 new cherry blossom trees planted at Jackson Park since the last full bloom in 2020. The trees are expected to reach full bloom by the end of April.

Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times Architecture 120-year-old Jackson Park pavilion sits as a park district ruin The historic structure, designed by D.H. Burnham & Company, must be restored.

As warm weather eases its way into the city, the Burnham Building, a 120-year-old pavilion in Jackson Park, ought to be a perfect little spot to visit. Located on Marquette Drive just north of ...