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West Central Playlot

Size in acres: .09

Since 1972

West Central Playlot is located near the intersection of Fairfield Avenue and Lavina Street   For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or West Central Playlot Map

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History

The West Central Playlot was acquired with Revenue Sharing funds in 1972.  During this time there was a big push to create Neighborhood Associations which were given a major role in selecting projects for these funds.  Neighborhood Associations determined additional park land should be a priority and thus West Central Playlot (as well as other playlots) was developed.

Kids can enjoy the swings or playset with a slide and other amenities at the West Central Playlot.

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Waynedale Gardens        

Size in acres: 1.1

Since 1975

Waynedale Gardens is located near the intersection of Broadripple Drive & Beaty Avenue. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map, or Waynedale Gardens Map

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History

In 1975 land was donated by Howard Hirshey, for what is now known as Waynedale gardens. Mr. Hirshey stipulated that the lots would only be used for park purposes with a reverter clause to the Theodore Hirshey Memorial Scholarship Fund established by the Fort Wayne Bible College. His total donation value was approximately $9,000. In 1978 the land was developed into Waynedale Gardens.

Children can run and play in this park's natural open space or make use of the swing set and playground.

Turpie Playlot        

Size in acres: .62

Since 1969

Park hours: 6 am-11 pm daily.

Turpie Playlot is located at Turpie Street and Manford Street.  For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or Turpie Playlot Map 

History

A tract of land 200 x 134 for a small playground at Turpie & Manford Streets was received from Mr. Richard Waterfield in 1969.

For additional history and photos, check out the Turpie Playlot history powerpoint!

Playground

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Check out the Engage Fort Wayne link to learn more about  the Turpie Playlot playground!




 

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Vesey Park      

Size in acres: 15.4

Since 1912

Vesey Park is located at Irvington Drive and Eastbrook Drive.  For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map or Vesey Park Map 

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History

The original five acre tract of land for Vesey Park was donated in 1912 by John H. Vesey. A second parcel of land was added in 1934, and Mr. Vesey's earlier donation grew to its present size.

The park features open space among the trees with areas for picnicking and views to Spy Run Creek.

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Summit Street Park    

Size in acres: .34

Since 1976

Park hours: 6 am-11 pm daily.

Summit Street Block Park is located at the 1400 block of Summit Street, near the intersection of Summit Street and Cedar Street. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or Summit Street Park Map

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History

In 1976 the Board of Park Commissioners requested the transfer of this property to the city from the county.  The intention at that time was to provide a small block park for the neighborhood in conjunction with other capital improvements afforded under the Community Development Act.

For additional history and photos, check out the Summit Street Block history powerpoint!

This park features a playground for children to enjoy, as well as benches and a picnic table for visitors.

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