Our Vision

A transformative $7 billion private investment on Chicago’s West Side celebrating Chicago’s unique spirit. Spearheaded by the Reinsdorf and Wirtz families, The 1901 Project will transform the West Side with a jolt of new development, bridging neighborhoods and enhancing opportunities for residents, businesses and all of Chicago.

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Neighborhood before with lots of ugly parking lots
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Neighborhood after with new buildings and greenspaces
BILLION DOLLAR PRIVATE INVESTMENT
ACRES OF PRIVATE ASSETS WITH MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
PERSON CAPACITY VENUE FOR ENTERTAINMENT
TRANSIT-ORIENTED AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS (20% OF TOTAL)

Our Commitment

The Continuation of 100 Years of Reinsdorf and Wirtz Family Stewardship on Chicago’s West Side

Our commitment to create space, place and purpose empowering all generations to connect and thrive in Chicago to enhance the cultural and economic fabric of our neighborhood.

The 1901 Project is a long-term, multi-phased development inspired by Chicago’s motto “Urbs in Horto” (City in a Garden).

  • Vibrant Neighborhood & Landscape
  • Collaborative & Inclusive Programming
  • Economic Opportunity

Tapping into 55+ Acres of Private Assets to Bridge Neighborhoods and Create Opportunity

The vision features 25 acres of parks and open space, including a more than 10-acre elevated urban design strategy. The public park aims to establish new open space that connects the community to nature, furthering the legacy of iconic public spaces throughout the city and includes a walking path that will celebrate the West Side and Chicago’s rich history of sports and music.

  • 32K Construction Jobs (2K in Phase 1)
  • 7K Operational Jobs
  • 30% MBE/8% WBE Opportunities
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IN THE NEWS

  • CHICAGO SUN-TIMES: United Center’s first phase of its $7B redevelopment sails through Zoning Committee

    https://chicago.suntimes.com/real-estate/2025/02/18/united-center-first-phase-1901-redevelopment-chicago-zoning-committee By: Abby Miller The United Center’s $7 billion transformation of the area surrounding the arena is one step closer to getting shovels…

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  • BLOCK CLUB CHICAGO: $7 Billion United Center Development Approved By City Council

    blockclubchicago.org/2025/02/19/7-billion-united-center-development-approved-by-city-council/ By: Michael Liptrot NEAR WEST SIDE — City Council Wednesday greenlit a $7 billion redevelopment plan for the area surrounding…

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