Central Memorial Park

Central Memorial Park is a historic park in the Beltline district featuring geometric pathways, formal gardens, native trees, and fountains. The grounds include the Memorial Park Library building and several monuments arranged throughout the space.

The park was completed in 1912 and marked Calgary's first public park following efforts that began in 1899. Its creation represented a turning point in the city's development of public green space.

The park holds several military monuments, including a cenotaph and an equestrian statue, that mark the site as a place of remembrance for the community. Visitors encounter these tributes as they walk through the grounds, shaping how people experience the space.

The park provides benches throughout its grounds and receives food trucks during summer months. Access from downtown Calgary is straightforward, and the layout is easy to navigate.

A bronze equestrian statue depicts a figure modeled after Eneas McCormick on Pat Burns's pony and is noticeably larger than life. The oversized sculpture catches the eye of anyone passing through the grounds.

Location: Calgary

Address: 1221 2nd Street SW

GPS coordinates: 51.04110,-114.07100

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:05