Washington Park at 1501 S Grand Avenue W., 4/28/2019, 2:28 PM

 

Springfield's is full of many beautiful parks and recreational activities that are bound to astound anyone who visits. One of the prominent examples is Washington Park, which is located on 1501 S Grand Avenue W. Designed by Ossian Simmonds and constructed in 1901, Washington Park is a hallmark of Springfield and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With a size of 150 acres, the park has a lot to offer for the people who come to visit.

 

Some of the highlights include:

  • A beautiful pond
  • An echo-filled band pavilion
  • A bell tower/observatory
  • Pedestrian and bike paths
  • A preschool
  • Velasco Tennis Center
  • Washington Park Botanical Gardens

Below are some pictures showing of the sights of the park. 

Washington Park at 1501 S Grand Avenue W., 4/28/2019, 1:54 PM

Washington Park at 1501 S Grand Avenue W., 4/28/2019, 1:52 PM

 

Washington Park at 1501 S Grand Avenue W., 4/28/2019, 1:48 PM

Washington Park at 1501 S Grand Avenue W., 4/28/2019, 1:55 PM

 

Hours of Operation
Monday-Sunday 6 AM - 10 PM

Admission is free to any visitor.