Byrd Park, Municipal park in Richmond, Virginia
The 287-acre green space contains three lakes - Fountain, Swan, and Shields - along with tennis courts, softball fields, and extensive walking paths.
William Byrd Park originated in 1873 when Richmond developed a municipal waterworks system, creating a reservoir that shaped the current park layout.
The Dogwood Dell Amphitheater within the park presents outdoor performances throughout summer, including Richmond's annual Fourth of July celebration with fireworks.
The park's tennis complex remains illuminated for night games, while the concession building at Fountain Lake provides refreshments and restroom facilities.
The Virginia War Memorial Carillon, a 240-foot tower containing 56 bells, stands in the park as a tribute to Virginians who died in World War I.
Location: Richmond
Shares border with: Fan district
GPS coordinates: 37.54083,-77.48389
Latest update: May 25, 2025 03:45
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