Chickasaw Park, Municipal park in Louisville, Kentucky.
The 61-acre park extends along the Ohio River, featuring a fishing pond, tennis courts, basketball facilities, playgrounds, and walking paths throughout the grounds.
Established in 1923 by the Olmsted Brothers firm, Chickasaw Park served as the primary recreational space for African American residents during the segregation period until 1955.
Muhammad Ali frequented this park, which contains the West Louisville Tennis Club and hosts numerous community gatherings throughout the year.
Visitors can access the park from 6 AM to 11 PM daily, with free parking available and multiple recreational facilities including spraygrounds and picnic pavilions.
The park contains the only free clay tennis courts in Louisville and maintains a diverse tree population of red oak cypress and white pines.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: 1923
GPS coordinates: 38.24230,-85.83170
Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:04
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