The Depot
River Forest Park District • 401 Thatcher Avenue
Originally built in 1912, The Depot is sited at the intersection of the METRA train line and Thatcher Avenue. The building was acquired by the River Forest Park District in 1974 and has since been restored to its’ former beauty. Today the building houses the Park District Administration Offices and has two rooms to host Park District programs, or is available for meeting and party rental opportunities.
Meeting Room Rental Opportunities
• The Upper Level Meeting Room (600 sq. ft.) – Fully restored back as a 1950’s train station waiting room, this room includes large windows, a terrazzo tile floor, and the original wood panel wainscot. Two ADA compliant bathrooms are adjacent to the room. This room is perfect for group meetings and/or parties of 10-25 persons.
• The Lower Level Meeting Room (325 sq. ft.) – Directly off the parking lot, this room has brick and concrete walls, ceilings & floor; and a small kitchenette. An ADA compliant bathroom is adjacent to the room. This room is ideal for children’s birthday parties of 10-15 persons.
Meeting Room Rental Fees
Room Rental
- $250 security deposit must accompany all rental application forms
- Resident - 2 Hours (Flat Rate) $80. Each additional hour $35
- Non-Resident - 2 Hours (Flat Rate) $94. Each additional hour $42
Entire Building
- Resident - 2 Hours (Flat Rate) $130. Each additonal hour $60
- Non-Resident - 2 Hours (Flat Rate) $158. Each additional hour $74
- Table and chairs included in the rental fee.
AV Equipment Fees (Business Meeting Use Only)
- An additional $250 deposit is required to rent either the 46" flat panel TV/DVD
- Resident $10/Non-Resident $12
Keystone Center
The Keystone Center is located at 7920 Central Avenue. It is the building adjacent to our new platform tennis courts. Recently rennovated, it is another great option to hold your meetings or other events at.
Meeting Room Rental Opportunities
• Meeting Room (800 sq. ft.) – Renovated in 2012, this room has a large open space with a carpeted floor, cathedral ceiling, and skylights. Two
ADA compliant bathrooms are adjacent to the room.* This room is ideal for meetings and/or parties of 10-35 persons.
*Please note the bathrooms are shared with the general public between April 1 - November 1.
Meeting Room Rental Fees
Room Rental
- $250 security deposit must accompany all rental application forms
- Resident - 2 Hours (Flat Rate) $110. Each additional hour $50
- Non-Resident - 2 Hours (Flat Rate) $130. Each additional hour $60
AV Equipment Fees (Business Meeting Use Only)
- An additional $250 deposit is required to rent either the 46" flat panel TV/DVD
- Resident $10/Non-Resident $12
Forms
• Rental Info / Rental Form / Liquor Waiver - The Depot
• Rental Info / Rental Form / Liquor Waiver - Keystone Center (May-August)
For more information, please contact the Park District at 708-366-6660 x104
for availability and information.