Create a Neighborhood Quest

Neighborhood Quest FAQs

What is a Quest?

Quests are community treasure hunts to special places. In creating Quests, students, local groups or individuals learn more about the natural or cultural history of an area.

The Playful Neighborhood Questing program was inspired by the award winning program in New England, Valley Quest.

What is a Neighborhood Quest?

As part of my goal to create playful neighborhoods, I wanted to bring the idea of Quests to the neighborhood level. I want to encourage others to stop, take a closer look and appreciate their immediate surroundings in their neighborhood through completing a Quest or creating a Quest!

How do I go on a Neighborhood Quest?

Choose a Quest (see links above) and note the neighborhood, starting location and any suggested supplies. Quests are usually an escape from technology and most require you to fill in information. Therefore, make sure to print the Quest. Follow the clues and complete any challenges.

Currently there are no hidden Quest boxes, but hopefully there will be after social distancing restrictions end.

Can I create my own Neighborhood Quest?

After completing a few Quests, you may be inspired to create one yourself. Neighborhood Quests can be a simple walk showing off your favorite spots on your block or they can be a complicated look at architecture or history.

Can I make Neighborhood Quest suggestion?

If you have an idea for a great Quest, send your idea to playfulneighborhood@gmail.com. We are always looking for good ideas.

Other Quests we are planning right now:

• Tree Quest

• Public Art Quest

• Chicago River Quest

• Street Name Quest

• Shape Picture Quest

• Horner Park Treasure Hunt Quest

If you go on a Quest and notice an error or something that need to be updated, please contact playfulneighborhood@gmail.com.