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🌳 A new park in the IMD
🗓️ Coming 2026
➡️ imdchi.co/newpark
November 25, 2025 at 9:13 PM
On November 18, history was made when we were joined by elected officials from the State of Illinois, City of Chicago, and many more for the groundbreaking of a new park in the IMD — the first in 80 years. 🌳 Learn more here ➡️ imdchi.co/newpark
November 21, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Mind your beeswax! 🕯️ Today, the IMD Commission hosted a beeswax workshop to learn about beeswax and make candles. Last year, in partnership with @uihealth.bsky.social, we launched an urban beekeeping initiative at one of our buildings. 🐝 To learn more, visit our MyHive page at ➡️ imdchi.co/buzz24
November 19, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Come out to Olive-Harvey College this coming Saturday (11/15) from 9 am-1 pm for our Flu & Covid Vaccination Event! Free flu and COVID-19 vaccines are available.

📅 Sat., 11/15
⌚ 9 am-1 pm
📍 Olive-Harvey College (10001 S. Woodlawn Ave.)

Walk-ins welcome or register at https://chi.gov/4qUVyDl
November 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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November 10, 2025 at 9:07 PM
📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for Architecture and Design Services. 📐 Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp
November 7, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Today, IMD Commission staff took an excursion to the Rush Archives to view their amazing collection of historical artifacts that preserve so much of Rush, Chicago, and IMD History. 🖼️ To learn more about the Rush Archives, click here ➡️ library.rush.edu/archives
November 4, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Yesterday, we were honored to attend City Club of Chicago’s West Side United lunch where founding leaders came together to discuss their $350 million commitment to closing Chicago’s 20-year life expectancy gap. ❤️ You can watch the discussion here ➡️ youtu.be/HgejA4aR_5M
October 31, 2025 at 9:18 PM
📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for General Contracting Services. 🛠️ Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp
October 22, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Yesterday, rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of everyone who took part in the 2025 Chicago Lighthouse Rise to Shine 10K/5K/1M Run and Walk in the IMD! 🎉 🏃 Hundreds of runners and walkers showed unstoppable energy and determination — thank you to all who participated, we’ll see you again next year! 🧡
October 20, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Chicago has opened its first family justice center in the Illinois Medical District to help domestic violence survivors access legal, medical, and advocacy services all in one place. 💜 Read more ⬇️ www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago...
Chicago opens first family justice center to support domestic violence survivors
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Tuesday, Chicago opened its first family justice center.
www.fox32chicago.com
October 15, 2025 at 2:25 PM
A Tremont man is receiving care and bravely recovering from the rare Powassan virus — with Guest House in the IMD providing vital housing, support, and comfort to him and his family in their time of need. ❤️ Read more ➡️ www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-n...
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October 10, 2025 at 8:52 PM
📰 Read the October 2025 issue of The Catalyst newsletter for all the latest from the IMD ➡️ imdchi.co/catalyst2510
October 9, 2025 at 9:03 PM
The IMD Commission was honored as one of the Chicago's Best Workplaces 2025 by the @chicago.suntimes.com! ❤️ Working for the IMD is inspiring, and being able to make a difference uplifts us everyday. Read the full list of winners here ➡️ marketing.suntimes.com/top-25-chica...
October 7, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Meet the bees! 🐝 Today, Alvéole held a workshop in the IMD where participants opened and inspected a live hive. 🍯 Last year, in partnership with @uihealth.bsky.social, we installed a hive at one of our buildings to bring urban beekeeping to the IMD. Follow the hive at ➡️ imdchi.co/buzz24
September 17, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Calling all history lovers! 🏛️ Join us in the IMD on Sunday, September 28 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for a special walking tour hosted by Rush University and UIC as they take you through the history of this remarkable Chicago neighborhood. 🚶 Reserve your spot today ⬇️ www.eventbrite.com/e/illinois-m...
Illinois Medical District Walking Tour
Join Chicago for Chicagoans for a walking tour of the Illinois Medical District, covering neighborhood history, architecture & developments.
www.eventbrite.com
September 16, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Cook County Hospital. (These buildings predate the 1916 building at 1835 W. Harrison.)
August 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Host your event at IMD — our flexible rental spaces are ready for your next big idea. ✨ Rent our spaces for events, meetings, trainings, community gatherings, and more. Contact us today to learn more ➡️ imdchi.co/space
August 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for Owner’s Representative and Project Management Services for Lab Renovations. 🔬 Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp
August 18, 2025 at 7:18 PM
📰 Read the August 2025 issue of The Catalyst newsletter for all the latest from the IMD ➡️ imdchi.co/catalyst2508
August 7, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Did you know the IMD has a farm that sells locally grown organic produce supporting a great cause? 🥕 Urban Autism Solutions Growing Solutions Farm stand is open until Oct 31 on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Fridays from 2 - 6 p.m. To learn more visit ➡️ urbanautismsolutions.com
August 5, 2025 at 8:47 PM
In 2022, The @mortonarboretum.bsky.social Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) partnered with the IMD to plant 30 trees during a community event. 🌳 Only July 30, we returned to the site for a re-mulching workday to care for those young trees. 🪏
August 4, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Congratulations to our Project Sidewalk raffle winners! 👏 The IMD has partnered with Project Sidewalk to help to make the streets of the IMD safer. Scan the QR code to learn more or visit ➡️ imdchi.co/side25
August 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Today, we were privileged to visit the UI Health Institute for Healthcare Delivery Design located in the IMD, a multidisciplinary design‑focused unit within UIC’s health sciences system. 📊 To learn more visit ➡️ ihdd.uic.edu
July 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Today, we were honored to host State Representative Yolonda Morris to discuss ways to build a stronger IMD and west side community. 🤝
July 25, 2025 at 8:53 PM