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Thornden Park
Thornden Park is a popular park on the east side with history that dates back to the 1850's. James Haskins, a wealthy Syracuse business man, bought a 76 acre plot of farmland on the east side of the city. He developed the land beautifully while living with his dogs and servant. The land was eventually sold in to Major Alexander Davis. Davis' gardener, David Campbell, was credited for planting numerous magnificent trees, shrubs, and gardens throughout the estate. On December 13, 1921, the City of Syracuse purchased the estate for almost $250,000 (Haas, 2016). The Syracuse Department of Parks was a young department and was deeply committed to developing green spaces for the public to relax and spend time. The city was able to set aside a small part of the budget to remodel the former mansion to be used a community recreation center. Today, Thornden Park is famously known for the E.M. Mills Memorial Rose Garden and the amphitheater which can hold a few thousand people.
Thornden Park is a popular park on the east side with history that dates back to the 1850's. James Haskins, a wealthy Syracuse business man, bought a 76 acre plot of farmland on the east side of the city. He developed the land beautifully while living with his dogs and servant. The land was eventually sold in to Major Alexander Davis. Davis' gardener, David Campbell, was credited for planting numerous magnificent trees, shrubs, and gardens throughout the estate. On December 13, 1921, the City of Syracuse purchased the estate for almost $250,000 (Haas, 2016). The Syracuse Department of Parks was a young department and was deeply committed to developing green spaces for the public to relax and spend time. The city was able to set aside a small part of the budget to remodel the former mansion to be used a community recreation center. Today, Thornden Park is famously known for the E.M. Mills Memorial Rose Garden and the amphitheater which can hold a few thousand people.
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Burnet Park
John P. Burnet, who owned the track of land atop Tipperary Hill, donated 100 acres of land to the City of Syracuse in 1886 for use as a public green space. The city almost lost the title of the park due to a small condition with the terms of sale. In 1890, 3,000 trees were transplanted, 3,000 square feet of sodding along the four miles of roadway, 7,700 square feet of cobblestone paving in the gutters and 1,500 feet of sewer pipes were laid. The use of Burnet Park changed to a multi-recreational park when a golf course was built in 1901. The golf course quickly gained popularity and by 1912 there was an organized golf club and support for a club house to be built. In 1914, a 4 acre zoo was built. In 1917 a pool was constructed. The park had little improvement for almost 5 decades. Throughout the 1960’s there were improvements to the golf course, development of basketball courts, and even a new ice skating rink was constructed. This primarily resulted from community support. Today, the park is filled with activity in all four seasons.
John P. Burnet, who owned the track of land atop Tipperary Hill, donated 100 acres of land to the City of Syracuse in 1886 for use as a public green space. The city almost lost the title of the park due to a small condition with the terms of sale. In 1890, 3,000 trees were transplanted, 3,000 square feet of sodding along the four miles of roadway, 7,700 square feet of cobblestone paving in the gutters and 1,500 feet of sewer pipes were laid. The use of Burnet Park changed to a multi-recreational park when a golf course was built in 1901. The golf course quickly gained popularity and by 1912 there was an organized golf club and support for a club house to be built. In 1914, a 4 acre zoo was built. In 1917 a pool was constructed. The park had little improvement for almost 5 decades. Throughout the 1960’s there were improvements to the golf course, development of basketball courts, and even a new ice skating rink was constructed. This primarily resulted from community support. Today, the park is filled with activity in all four seasons.
Kirk Park
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Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park, located on the northern end of Syracuse, is often considered a hidden gem. Formally called “Williams Hill”, the City of Syracuse purchased the 20 acre plot of land in 1898. Before the land was developed, many would consider the landscape between James Street and Burnet Avenue “mountainous”. L.G. Sherwood build a road up the hill in 1879 for carriages to travel up. This quickly became a popular travel route and many people hoped the land would eventually be acquired by the city for public enjoyment. The first pool in Lincoln Park was constructed in the early 1900’s. Throughout the 1960’s the pool began to crumble raising questions about what city officials should do. Residents were split between wanting to replace the pool, or change the use of the park to something else. Development and maintenance of the parked was stalled for years. It wasn’t until 1972 the Syracuse Department of Parks received a federal grants for park development. There was a great deal of argument over how the funds should be utilized. City officials later approved funding complete renovations at Lincoln Park, which included a new pool and bathhouse. The old brick road constructed L.G. Sherwood is still evident today at the park. There is also a baseball field, playground, swingset, tennis court, and gazebo. The swimming pool here is also of the the cities most popular.
Lincoln Park, located on the northern end of Syracuse, is often considered a hidden gem. Formally called “Williams Hill”, the City of Syracuse purchased the 20 acre plot of land in 1898. Before the land was developed, many would consider the landscape between James Street and Burnet Avenue “mountainous”. L.G. Sherwood build a road up the hill in 1879 for carriages to travel up. This quickly became a popular travel route and many people hoped the land would eventually be acquired by the city for public enjoyment. The first pool in Lincoln Park was constructed in the early 1900’s. Throughout the 1960’s the pool began to crumble raising questions about what city officials should do. Residents were split between wanting to replace the pool, or change the use of the park to something else. Development and maintenance of the parked was stalled for years. It wasn’t until 1972 the Syracuse Department of Parks received a federal grants for park development. There was a great deal of argument over how the funds should be utilized. City officials later approved funding complete renovations at Lincoln Park, which included a new pool and bathhouse. The old brick road constructed L.G. Sherwood is still evident today at the park. There is also a baseball field, playground, swingset, tennis court, and gazebo. The swimming pool here is also of the the cities most popular.