Robert A Black Golf Club

Robert A. Black Golf Club occupies a site on Chicago's South Side, where it serves as a municipal facility within the Chicago Park District system. The course was designed by Ken Killian and Dick Nugent, a partnership that produced numerous public and daily-fee layouts across the Midwest during the latter decades of the twentieth century. Killian and Nugent's work typically emphasized playability for everyday golfers while incorporating strategic elements that reward thoughtful course management. The routing unfolds across relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Chicago region, with mature trees lining many fairways and defining playing corridors. Water features come into play on several holes, and the design makes use of bunkers both greenside and in landing zones to create visual interest and tactical decisions. The greens vary in size and contour, offering a range of approach shot challenges throughout the round. As a municipal course, Robert A. Black serves a diverse golfing population and maintains an accessible price point compared to private clubs in the area. The facility provides a straightforward golf experience without extensive amenities, focusing primarily on the course itself. Its location within the city limits makes it a convenient option for Chicago residents seeking a round without traveling to suburban or exurban courses. The course reflects the practical design philosophy of its architects, who built numerous layouts intended to accommodate steady play while still presenting legitimate golf holes that require accuracy and strategy from tee to green.