Parks

The City Square in downtown Greenwood has become the area’s finest permanent memorial to the sacrifices of uniformed service men and women.  A committee which included members of the Harris-Hannah VFW Post 6527, the South Sebastian County Historical Society, Greenwood City Department heads, and concerned citizens guided the entire process.  The Committee worked with Fort Smith architect Michael LeJong of MAHG Architecture on plans for the Square which included monuments in stone with all the names of veterans that are submitted free of charge.

Visit Memorial Website

Funding for the project was provided by Senator Ed Wilkinson, State Representatives Steve Breedlove,  and Shirley Walters and donations from local Citizens.

Our clock tower was refurbished in 2015.  With the help of Rep. Charlotte Douglas and the WAPDD, we were able to repair the weathered structure and replace the non-functioning clock.  The clock keeps accurate time with the help of modern electronic movements and computer.

Patriots Walk Stepping Stones

As part of the Veterans’ Memorial Square, a “Patriots Walk” circles the Clock Tower and contains granite Stepping Stones each bearing the name of a veteran on whose behalf families have contributed.  Rep Douglas also assisted with releasing WAPDD funds to purchase software that assist citizens with locating individual stones and capturing the military history of our veterans.

A scenic little park on the banks of Heartsill Creek on Hwy 10 Spur (West Center Street), near the intersection of South Coker Street.  It is easily identifiable by the green Burlington Northern caboose located in the park.  There are stone benches and beautiful manicured gardens where on can pause and enjoy the sounds of Heartsill Creek gently flowing by on its Eastward journey.  We are currently working on the caboose to make it more attractive.  There are no restrooms or facilities available.

For more information on this historic Missouri Pacific Caboose and the Missouri Pacific Greenwood Branch, please click the following link.

Missouri Pacific Greenwood Branch

This is a quaint park adjacent to the walking trail and directly across Heartsill Creek from the Winford Junction.  The park has a permanent shelter with a stone picnic table and native stone benches and terraces.  With its ample parking, it is a perfect launching spot for the three miles of walking trail that meanders through the city.  Zackary Park can be accessed by taking North Bass Street off West Center Street (near the large white cross) and making left turn (West) onto West Atlanta; continue on West Atlanta to the intersection of North Coker Street and you'll see the parking lot to your left.  The pavilion is available to anyone on a first come/first serve basis and is the perfect place for a nice summer picnic in the shade.  There are no restrooms available.

This park is nestled away in the peaceful Grand View neighborhood.  It is easily accessible from West Center Street (Hwy 10 Spur) by heading West on West Denver (near Bancorp South).  Approximately a mile down the road you'll turn to the South on Grand View Drive and continue on until you come to Grand Elm, then make a left turn back to the East.  The park is located in the bend of the road where you'll find plenty of places to park.  The park has a covered shelter, picnic tables, swings and modular playground equipment.  Once again, it's a great place for a picnic and safe, quiet environment for kids of all ages to play or relax away from all traffic.  There are no restrooms available.

Liberty Park is located just of Ware road on the East side of Greenwood.  A person can take either Hwy 96 or Hwy 10 East and turn onto Ware Road.  The park is actually located directly across the street from Calvary Temple and between Appaloosa and Palomino Drive (access from Ware Road only).  Located in the park are two inter-connected lakes that are occasionally stocked with fish.  There are numerous trees and shaded banks to relax and drown a worm or two.  There are no facilities or restrooms available.

This community park, with pristine fishing lake and playground, are located just off Ridgecrest Drive at the Northern intersection with Ridgecrest Loop on the East side of Greenwood.  It is a great place to spend the afternoon on the dock teaching the kids or grandkids how to cast a line.  Families can walk, ride their bicycles, or park their cars off the road.  The playground has modern, modular equipment for young children to build their confidence in a safe environment where parents can watch form comfortable benches nearby.  There is a annual fishing tournament in the park and it's used daily for recreational activities.  There are no facilities or restrooms available.