West Loop in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Native Species

Chicago Park District Natural Areas

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 21, 2026

1. Native Species Marker

Inscription. Native plants have thrived for many years because they are well-adapted to the unique conditions of a distinct area. Native prairies, dunes, and marshes provide an important habitat for wildlife here in Illinois. Gardening with native plants can help restore these habitats while adding unique plants to our landscapes.

Erected by Chicago Park District.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Environment • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas.

Location. 41° 52.763′ N, 87° 39.618′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in West Loop. It is on West Adams Street west of South Throop Street, on the right when traveling west. The marker is in the community garden in Skinner Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1331 West Adams Street, Chicago IL 60607, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest

and on the Great Lakes.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Herb Garden (a few steps from this marker); Healing Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Jackson Boulevard (approx. ¼ mile away); Jackson Boulevard District (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Jackson Boulevard (approx. ¼ mile away); West Side YMCA/YWCA Complex (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Jackson Boulevard (approx. 0.3 miles away); Carter H. Harrison (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map

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Also see . . . Community Roots Community Garden at Skinner Park. (Submitted on March 23, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 21, 2026

2. Native Species Marker

A rear view showing the community garden.

Community Garden in Skinner Park image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 21, 2026

3. Community Garden in Skinner Park

Credits. This page was last revised on March 23, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 23, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.