Tag: Washington Park Race Track

Washington Park 1950's

Washington Park afire

February marks the 40th anniversary of the largest fire in Homewood history. The fire destroyed the grandstand of Washington Park Racetrack, located on the west side of Halsted Street south of 175th Street. Older residents probably remember the track and that fateful day. Saturday, Feb. 5, 1977, was a quiet[Read More…]

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