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Fred's Facts
“There should be great numbers of trees with a spread of branches and standing in relation to one another that could not be expected to be attained in less time than forty years.” -- Frederick Law Olmsted
Welcome to the City of Louisville’s first public park!
Founded in 1880, the Olmsted firm made recommendations for improvements to the urban green space in 1892. It’s more formal in nature than Olmsted’s expansive, flowing designs for the urban woodland parks. His goal was to bring neighborhood residents together for casual interaction.
Park Details
Located at: 301 S 12th St., 40203 (Twelfth and Jefferson Streets)
Size: 3.99 acres
Facility:
Baxter Community Center
1125 Cedar Court, 40203
502-574-2670
Amenities:
Basketball (2)
Picnic shelter
Playground
Spray pool
