Park Forest, IL, founded in 1948, is dedicated to sustainability, diversity, and offers exceptional facilities and resources to its citizens. Home of the first regional shopping mall in the 1950s, Park Forest made national news again in 1995, with the conversion of that mall into a traditional, mixed-use "Main Street" downtown. Today, the Historic DownTown Park Forest Business District boasts nearly 95 businesses, many of which have been there for over 25 years. In addition, Park Forest has over two thousand acres of parks, recreation facilities, and open land with numerous playgrounds, ball fields, and picnic facilities. If you’re looking for a warm and welcoming community, give DownTown Park Forest a call at 708-503-8153 or stop by to visit and learn more.