Robert E. Meyers Park 

Size in acres: 1.5

Since 2009

Robert E. Meyers Park is located at Jefferson Boulevard and Harrison Street inside the new Harrison Square Development. This urban oasis overlooks Parkview Field and features a splash fountain, amphitheater and performance stage. 

General Park Map

History

This park was named after Robert E. Meyers the former Judge and Mayor in the 1950's. The Meyers family donated $300,000 to the $470,000 project.  The park is part of Harrison Square a $130 million dollar project that includes the ball park, a Courtyard by Marriott, parking garage, and a condominimum/retail complex.  The park officially opened on August 14, 2009. 

Photo credit to:  LandPlan Group

Note: The Park closes 3 hours prior to activities at Parkview Field.

Buckner Park

Size in acres: 197.8

Since 1969

Buckner Park is located at 6114 Bass Rd. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map or Buckner Park Map 

History

During its lifetime, Buckner Park has served the community in several capacities. Since its purchase from Marie Buckner in 1969, it has served as public farm land, military training ground, as well as a variety of other uses.  Today it offers a modern playground, sprayground, and shelter amidst nearly two hundred acres of natural open space.



WHAT TO DO

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Shelter

The park features an open-air shelter with picnic tables and restrooms. The shelter is available on a first come/first served basis.

Playground

The park features two new play sets as well as swing sets.

Sprayground

A sprayground is available for use during the summer.

Trail

Visitors can make use of the newly open trail (.75 in length) that surrounds the open area at Buckner Park. 

Enjoy plenty of open space in the park!

  

McCormick Park   

Size in acres: 9.0

Since 1927

McCormick Park is located at 2300 Raymond and Holly. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or McCormick Park Map.

History

In 1927 lots bounded by Creighton, Redwood, Raymond & Holly Avenues and all streets and alleys within the boundaries were vacated and became McCormick Park.  The property was a gift from the International Harvester Company.  To read more about the history of International Harvester and the McCormick name check out this link: International Harvester

WHAT TO DO

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Pavilion

McCormick Pavilion
Location: McCormick Park, Holly & Raymond
Capacity: 104
Dates Available: May 1-October 31

Basketball

A basketball court is available for visitors.

Playground

The park features a playground for children to enjoy.

Sprayground

Children can cool down in the summer at the McCormick sprayground.

Picnicking

Visitors are able to make use of various picnic tables at the park.

Restrooms

Restrooms are also available for visitors' convenience.

Freimann Square 

Size in acres: 4.6

Since 1971

Freimann Square is located at 200 East Main Street. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or the Freimann Square Map.


 


History

Freimann Square was funded in large part by the posthumous donation of Frank Freimann, the former president of Magnavox Company.  In 1971, Mr. Freimann's gift was used for actual park development while a federal grant provided the land for this downtown oasis. 

Visitors can enjoy the colorful fountain, majestic statue of General Anthony Wayne, and the beautiful foliage on the square. 


Summer Color

Chess in Freimann Square
Opening Day

In the fall of 2022 four chess tables were installed with seating on the Main Street (south) side of the Freimann Square Fountain. All four tables feature chess boards painted on the surfaces. Players can bring their own chess pieces and walk, bike, drive or ride to the centrally located park to enjoy a fun and beneficial game of chess in a beautiful setting.  Read more...