Fort Necessity National Battlefield Visitor Center Playground - Farmington, Pennsylvania
N 39° 48.857 W 079° 35.174
17S E 621006 N 4408100
The Fort Necessity National Battlefield Playground is located behind the Visitor's Center (1 Washington Parkway, Wharton Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania)
Waymark Code: WMF7T0
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2012
Views: 5
This playground was dedicated on May 16, 2007 The playground features multiple climbing structures, including a circular fort replica; the storehouse inside the Fort, and a Conestoga wagon, Kid-friendly exhibits, including “take your photo with historic characters,” introduce the people from the history of Fort Necessity and the National Road are also included.
A patio area surrounds the playground, offering families a place to relax and have lunch while kids expend their energy after spending time riding in the car, touring the Visitor Center, and visiting the Fort.
The playground was designed in consultation with the staff of the Children’s Museum in Pittsburgh. The playground exhibits were made possible through a generous donation from the Grable Foundation.
Hours of Operation: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
Seasonal?: no
Restrooms Available: yes
Recommended for travelers?: yes
Business?: no
Entrance Fee: 5.00 (listed in local currency)
Playground Owned/Managed By:
National Park Service/National Road Heritage Corridor
Playground Web Page: [Web Link]
Park Entrance: Not Listed
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