Harper Community Park
N 30° 18.078 W 099° 14.894
14R E 476131 N 3352198
The state historic marker in the center of the Harper Community Park
Waymark Code: WMPQ30
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 10/05/2015
Views: 5
This historic marker is located near the center of the Harper community Park, close to the historic log cabin near the pond.
Marker Number: 15992
Marker Text:
In 1946, Harper residents formed a committee to secure land for Park. From the beginning, residents aided the efforts through labor, finances, and planning. Organizations also contributed, providing funds for the purchase of property and for construction. On arena was built almost immediately, in 1948. Other improvements included a baseball field, a football field, a recreational hall and rodeo grounds. In 1962 the Park added additional land and a community hall. In 1986, the Harper Pioneer Museum opened on the grounds. Many noted Harper residents have served on the Park Board. Today Harper community Park remains a treasured institution and a model for how residents can work together to improve their community. (2009)
Marker is property of the state of Texas
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