Living Memorial Park - Springfield, Missouri
N 37° 08.096 W 093° 14.837
15S E 478036 N 4109869
This park, located on the southside of Springfield, includes an amphitheater, pavillion, restrooms, tables and grill. There is also a playground and a walking/running trail.
Waymark Code: WM53YQ
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 11/07/2008
Views: 12
This 10 acre green space is beautiful. It offers a beautiful opportunity to picnic, play, host a wedding or simply sit and gather your thoughts. See the photo gallery. It is located on the south side of Springfield and is nicely maintained.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: The men and women of Springfield and Greene County who have served in the armed forces of their country
Marker Text:
LIVING MEMORIAL PARK
Dedicated November 11, 1958
By
President Harry S. Truman
To Honor The Men And Women Of Springfield
And Greene County Who Have Served
In The Armed Forces Of Their Country
Springfield/Greene County Park Board
Date of dedication: November 11, 1958
Who Put it Here?: Springfield/Greene County Park Board
Description of Memorial:
This park is near the Springfield Nature Center. When you are done visiting there stop here and have your lunch. This is a very pretty setting and has been used for weddings.
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visited Logs must contain, at least, a picture of the monument and your GPSr. Preferably YOU at the monument with your GPSr, but we understand that some people are camera-shy.
It is suggested you please include something about your visit here, as well.