Algonquin Park

Algonquin Park is a 16.38-acre public park located in Louisville, Kentucky. It was established in 1928 and is part of the historic Olmsted Parks and Parkways System in the city. The park was designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm, a well-known landscape architecture company, in 1929.

Situated in Louisville's West End, Algonquin Park serves as a significant recreational space for the local community. The park's design reflects the Olmsted principles of creating accessible green spaces for urban residents. It is one of seventeen parks in Louisville laid out by Frederick Law Olmsted and his sons over a fifty-year period.

Algonquin Park has played an important role in the community's history. In 1969, it became the birthplace of the Dirt Bowl, a playground basketball tournament created by Louisville natives and park supervisors Janis Carter and Ben Watkins. The event, named for the dirt surrounding the courts at the time, later moved to Shawnee Park in 1971 but continues to be celebrated as a significant part of Louisville's cultural heritage.

The park has undergone various improvements over the years to enhance its facilities and appeal to visitors. In recent times, it has seen the addition of modern amenities to cater to diverse recreational needs of the community.

Algonquin Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., providing ample opportunity for visitors to enjoy its facilities throughout the day.