Hinsdale Unveils Design For Park Pavilion

The $250,000-$300,000 project will be funded by community contributions, including $100,000 from the local chamber of commerce.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The village of Hinsdale, Illinois has unveiled the conceptual design for a new pavilion in Burlington Park. The project, which is expected to be completed by July 4 in time for the nation's 250th birthday, will reflect the historic nature and character of the nearby Memorial Building. The design was created by Michael Abraham Architecture, and the project is being funded by community contributions, including $100,000 from the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce.

Why it matters

The new pavilion in Burlington Park will provide a community gathering space and enhance the historic character of the area. The public-private partnership to fund the project demonstrates civic investment and cooperation in Hinsdale.

The details

The pavilion design was created by Michael Abraham Architecture to reflect the historic nature and character of the adjacent Memorial Building, which houses the village offices and public library. Village President Greg Hart recognized the "generous benefactors" making the $250,000-$300,000 project possible at no cost to taxpayers, including Hinsdale Hospital, the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce, and Hinsdale Bank & Trust.

  • The village hopes to complete the project by June 1, 2026, in time for the nation's 250th birthday on July 4.
  • The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the design at its meeting on Wednesday, March 5, 2026.
  • The Plan Commission is set to review the design on Wednesday, March 12, 2026.

The players

Greg Hart

The village president of Hinsdale, Illinois.

Michael Abraham Architecture

The architecture firm that designed the conceptual plan for the new pavilion in Burlington Park.

Hinsdale Hospital

One of the "generous benefactors" providing funding for the pavilion project.

Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce

One of the "generous benefactors" providing $100,000 in funding for the pavilion project.

Hinsdale Bank & Trust

One of the "generous benefactors" providing funding for the pavilion project.

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What they’re saying

“I also want to recognize the generous benefactors who are making this possible at no cost to the taxpayer, specifically Hinsdale Hospital, the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce and Hinsdale Bank & Trust. Their partnership demonstrates the kind of civic investment that keeps Hinsdale moving forward.”

— Greg Hart, Village President (Patch.com)

What’s next

The Historic Preservation Commission will take up the issue at its meeting on Wednesday, March 5, 2026, and the Plan Commission is set to review the design on Wednesday, March 12, 2026.

The takeaway

The new pavilion in Burlington Park is a testament to the community spirit and public-private partnerships that are helping to preserve Hinsdale's historic character and provide new gathering spaces for residents to enjoy.