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Union Park

View Map1501 W. Randolph St., Chicago
Tel: (312) 746-5494 		View Website
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Description of Union Park

Created in 1853 and named in honor of the Federal Union, the park became the home to the Jens Jensen American Garden in 1888. Historically it has hosted great musicians such as gospel music pioneer Thomas Dorsey and jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis. It's also home to great musicians of today and tomorrow, hosting the popular Pitchfork Festival since 2006.

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Pitchfork Pit Stops, 7/14/09
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Easy as ABC, 7/18/08
If you're heading to Pitchfork this weekend, bone up with our alphabetical primer on industry talking points, buzz bands and festival stats.

Purveyors of Cool, 7/14/08
Pitchfork isn't just about the music onstage; there are posters, records and crafts, too.

8 Bold Souls, 7/24/06
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