HISTORY
Oregon Trail settlers once used the land now known as Centennial
Park as an area to graze livestock as they traveled west. Numerous
individuals have owned this land, most notable was Jes Williard, a
professional boxer.
In celebration of City of Lawrence's Centennial in 1954, school
children across the City of Lawrence donated toward the purchase of
the land on the western edge of town that would later be become
Centennial Park.
Subsequently, the land was sold to the City of Lawrence by the
schoolchildren for $1 and represented a gift to the City in
celebration of its 100th birthday. In the purchasing agreement, the
school children and City officials understood that the land would
be utilized as a public park.
DESCRIPTION OF PARK
Located between 6th and 9th Streets; Iowa Street and Rockledge
Road, this 35-acre park today is one of the most centrally located
parks in Lawrence. The amenities of the park include:
Centennial Park displays a Polaris missile that was constructed
during the Cold War.
With its rich history and amenities, it continues to be a popular
destination for families and individuals and is one of the most
beloved parks in the City.
SHELTERS
There are two shelters located in Centennial Park.
The east side shelter can accommodate 140 to 150 people. Its
amenities include:
- Two Serving Tables
- Two Barbecue Grills
- Lights
- Electricity
- A 40'x30' walkout deck
The west side octagon-shaped shelter/gazebo can accommodate 40
people. Its amenities include:
- Lights
- Two Barbecue Grills
- Electricity
- Tables and Benches
Notes: This cache is located within Centennial
Park, a part of the Lawrence Parks & Recreation Department
park system. For general information please call 785-832-7920 or
visit our website at www.lprd.org. All parks rules and
regulations apply.
Park information was taken (copy/paste) from the
Lawrence Parks & Recreation website.
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