Rea Park 

Size in acres: 5.5

Since 2002

Rea Park is located at Raymond Street between Holly Avenue and Redwood Avenue. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or Rea Park Map

Rea Park, which is directly across from McCormick Park, consists of over 5 acres of natural open space and vegetation.  The park features a soccer field for visitors to enjoy as well as a paved half-mile walking path for the fitness oriented.

History

Rea Magnet Wire executives recognized an opportunity to create a beautiful green space, in conjunction with the city's plans toward revitalizing the southeast Industrial Corridor of the city.  The company donated several unused blocks of land near its facility and the Vann Family Foundation sponsored the transformation of these deserted blocks into a 5.5 acre park. The park provides an opportunity for employees and area residents to picnic, walk the paths or just enjoy being outside.

      

Hanna Homestead Park 

Size in acres: 2.5

Since 1966 

Hanna Homestead Park is located at the intersection of Gay Street and Lewis Street. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map or Hanna Homestead Park Map

History

In 1962 the old Hanna Homestead house was torn down. The home, on what was originally a 10-acre tract, was built in 1839 by Samuel Hanna. Before the Homestead was torn down it was used as the home for crippled children.  Efforts were unsuccessful to preserve the home as a historic landmark. The property was donated to the Fort Wayne Community Schools by Eliza Hanna Hayden, in memory of her father, Samuel Hanna.  The Fort Wayne Community Schools gave Hanna Homestead to the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department by Quit Claim deed on January 10, 1966.  The property was then developed into a park.

WHAT TO DO

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Pavilion

The shelter at Hanna Homestead is available on a first come/first served basis.

Basketball

The park features a basketball court with benches and bleachers for spectators.

Playground

Children can make use of the two playground sets or the swing set.

Baseball Field

The park features a baseball field so visitors can enjoy America's favorite pastime.

Walking Path

A paved walking path circles the vicinity of the park.

Psi Ote Park

Size in acres: 8.9

Since 1953

Psi Ote Park is located at Wenonah Lane in the Indian Village Neighborhood. For more detailed location information,
check out the General Park Map  or Psi Ote Park Map

Above reads " This park was purchased and developed for the city of Fort Wayne by the Pi chapter of Psi Iota Xi Sorority 1953." 

History

The Psi Iota Sorority purchased and deeded to the city a tract of 8.9 acres northwest of Indian Village and adjoining the land upon which a new public school was built.  This was the first instance of school and park site planning in Fort Wayne and established a precedent for such combined planning in the future.

WHAT TO DO

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Pavilion

The pavilion at Psi Ote Park is available on a first come/first served basis.

Basketball

A basketball court is available for use at the edge of the park.

Lafayette Park    

Size in acres: 1.8

Since 1915

Lafayette Park is located between Sherwood Terrace and Glencoe Avenue off of Lafayette Street.  For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map  or Lafayette Park Map 

History

Lafayette Place Improvement Association, Inc.. was active in the 60’s and 70’s to provide a better and safer environment for the Lafayette (Esplanade) Park goers. The park is and was actively used for its sporting facilities and is still a popular spot for young kids of the surrounding neighborhoods as well as those outside the area.

WHAT TO DO
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Pavilion

 
The shelter at Lafayette Park is available on a first come/first served basis.

Tennis Courts


The park features two tennis courts that visitors can enjoy.

Playground

There are two playground sets as well as a swing set for children to utilize.