Illinois Medical District

03/09/2026

Proud to see the Old Cook County Hospital in the IMD on this list, caringly restored with a new life Hyatt Place hotel, celebrating our history and a true Chicago architecture preservation success story. 🏛️

A look back at the seven sites initially highlighted by Preservation Chicago as threatened — and their most recent status.

03/03/2026

Live, play, work, live — write your next chapter and see yourself in the IMD: Made in Chicago, Changing the World. 🚀

02/27/2026

Congratulations to the The Chicago Lighthouse for Foglia Residences in the IMD being featured in the The New York Times! 🧡 Read more about this pioneering building — one of the first of its kind in the country that will act as a model for the future.

The Foglia Residences, a nine-story, 76-unit affordable housing unit designed for people who are blind and visually impaired, opened in the fall of 2024.

02/23/2026

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for General Contracting Services for Lab Renovations. 🔬 Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

02/19/2026

📰 Read the February 2026 issue of The Catalyst newsletter for all the latest from the IMD including scholarships, our summer paid internship, IMD Day at the Chicago Bulls, and more ➡️ imdchi.co/catalyst2602

02/17/2026

Today, we were excited to join Girls in the Game for a "Day of Play" at the Chicago Park District! 🏈 Girls in the Game empowers girls through sports, leadership development, and health education in Chicago neighborhoods. At the Day of Play, volunteers and coaches from professional sports teams helped teach girls about tennis, rugby, soccer, and more. 💜 To learn more about Girls in the Game, visit them online at ➡️ girlsinthegame.org

02/13/2026

We're hiring! 💼 The IMD Commission is looking for a highly motivated undergraduate student currently enrolled in a degree program in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Urban Studies, Political Science, Nonprofit Management, or a related field to join our team for a paid internship this summer. Apply by Tuesday, April 7. ⏰ Scan the QR code to learn more, including how to apply, or visit ➡️ imdchi.co/intern

02/11/2026

Happy Valentine's Day from the Road Home Program at Rush! ❤️

Students from St. Cajetan School partnered with residents of the Smith Village Community Living on Tuesday to make Valentine cards for veterans.

More: ( https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/valentines-for-vets-chicago-students-and-locals-team-up-to-support-veterans/ )

02/09/2026

Applications now open! 🎓 The IMD Commission is offering merit-based scholarships up to $1,000 to local high school, higher education, and graduate students. Apply by Friday, March 13 at 5 p.m. ⏰ Scan the QR code to learn more, including how to apply, or visit ➡️ imdchi.co/scholar

Get hands-on experience with an IMD paid summer internship.

02/04/2026

On April 1, two Chicago legends come together for IMD Day at the United Center for the Chicago Bulls vs Pacers game at 7 p.m. 🏀🔥 Proceeds benefit the IMD Foundation and IMD community — don't meet us there, beat us there! Get your tickets at 🎫 imdchi.co/bulls26

4/1/26 @ 7:00 PM - Illinois Medical District

02/03/2026

Today, hundreds of local high school students visited Malcolm X College for the 2026 IMD Youth Opportunities Fair! 🧳 Students met with dozens of organizations to learn about their summer programs and workforce development opportunities. Thank you to all the students and caregivers who stopped by, partner organizations who exhibited, and see you next year! ❤️

01/15/2026

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for Sign Fabrication and Installation Services. 🛠️ Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp