Now-Mon, Oct 21 – Recreation Center of Highland Park: The locker rooms will be closed for renovation. During the closure, temporary changing areas off the pool deck will be provided. Learn more.

Beginning Mon, Oct 7 – Recreation Center of Highland Park: The City of Highland Park begins Phase 2 of the Recreation Center parking lot project. This new construction phase will focus on the west lot, the building turn-around drive, and the west ADA parking area. Learn more.

Kennedy
Park
Address
850 Clavey Road
Park Type
Neighborhood
Hours
Open from dawn to dusk unless otherwise posted
Acreage
6.55

Kennedy Park was purchased in 1953 from the School District. The Park was completed in 1966. Originally, the Park was named Clavey Park, it was renamed in 1964 in honor of President John F. Kennedy. Kennedy Park was the first actual cooperative planning and subsequent development of both a school and park facility at the same time.

Amenities 

  • Walking Paths
  • Playground (2-5 and 5-12)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Multi-use Rectangle Field