Uvalde Memorial Park - Uvalde, TX
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WalksfarTX
N 29° 12.678 W 099° 46.828
14R E 424136 N 3231649
A shaded park with picnic areas on the banks of the Leona River. It has an Amphitheater, fountains, playground equipment, basketball & volleyball courts, disc golf, skate board park, covered pavilion and walking trails.
Waymark Code: WMQ3W8
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 12/14/2015
Views: 4
Originally the property of City founder, Reading W. Black, the area was known as "The Grove". In 1898 Mayor Love began a campaign to purchase and preserve the giant oak trees in "The Grove". The property was purchased for $150.
In 1927 a Park commission was formed. A stone entry gate was built and a monument constructed. On Nov. 11, 1927, the park was dedicated as a memorial "to the Uvalde County Boys who gave their lives during the World War 1914-1918".
It remains a memorial to those who have died serving our country.
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]
Hours of Operation:
Dawn to Dusk
Admission Prices:
Free
Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Up to 1 hour
Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle Only
The attraction’s own URL: Not listed
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