Midlothian Country Club

Midlothian Country Club’s essence is steeped in a tradition of embracing architectural evolution. The original Harry Collis design, a product of the early 1900s, unfolds across what was then the rolling prairie landscape of Chicago’s south suburbs. The course favors players who can shape the ball, with doglegs bending both ways and subtly contoured greens that reward strategic approach play. There are blind shots that ask the golfer to trust the yardage and commit. The club hosted the 1914 U.S. Open, a testament to its early prominence. Later, in 1928, the club brought in Donald Ross to make improvements. The course further benefited from a masterful renovation by Arthur Hills in the 1990s, adding length and modern challenges to the classic layout. More recently, in 2021, the club engaged architect Mike DeVries to restore many of the original features of the course with an eye towards recapturing the original charm of the layout. While not widely known on a national scale, Midlothian Country Club holds a significant place in the history of Chicago golf. It’s a member-centric club where the spirit of friendly competition thrives. Members still recount tales of Walter Hagen's exhibition rounds, and the echoes of past champions linger on the fairways, a constant reminder of the club's rich heritage. After a round, its understood that the membership has enjoyed the casual post round libation that keeps them coming back, year after year.