Throughout its history, Brighton Park has been shaped by Chicago's transportation industry. Its origins trace back to the early 1900s when the railroad sector was flourishing, leading the neighborhood to emerge as a pivotal hub within the railroad network. Today, with the resurgence of nearby Midway International Airport and an influx of Hispanic American residents, Brighton Park is undergoing a revitalization. It is establishing itself as a hub for Latin culture, cuisine, and art, with a variety of Mexican restaurants, grocery stores, and even festivities celebrating traditional Mexican folkloric dance. Surrounded by railroad tracks and major transportation routes on all sides (including the Orange Line "El" and the Stevenson Highway), Brighton Park remains just a short distance away from downtown Chicago's Loop, easily accessible by a quick train ride.