Chicago Grant Park is one of the largest public spaces in the city, located between Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan. It hosts many large-scale events, including music concerts and rallies, and is a home to several culture institutions and museums.ChicagoTraveler: Grant Park
Barack Obama will host his election night party at the Hutchinson Field in the park. About 100,000 people are expected to attend the rally and hear the Democratic presidential candidate address his supporters.CBS2: Election Night In Grant Park... (October 23, 2008)
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Named after General Ulysses S. Grant in 1901ChicagoTraveler: Grant Park
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Was known as Lake Park from 1847 until 1901ChicagoTraveler: Grant Park
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Home of the Buckingham Fountain, Field Museum of Natural History and Art Institute of ChicagoChicagoTraveler: Grant Park
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The rally will boost city's popularity in the world, according to city officialsCBS2: Election Night In Grant Park... (October 23, 2008)
