What is the Independence Park Charlotte

The Independence Park is situated in the heart of the Elizabeth neighborhood and is the oldest Park in the entire region of Charlotte. The rose garden, playground, picnic areas athletic facilities are some of the features found in the Independence Park. This park also features the Arhelger Memorial made from stone and bronze that is dedicated in memory of a woman, aged 21 years, who died while trying to save a child in the Carolina Mountains.

History of Independence Park

This is the earliest recreational area to be owned by the City of Charlotte and is located to the east of Sugar Creek between Monroe Road and Elizabeth Avenue. John Noel designed it in the 1905. In 1931, the Lillian Arhelger Memorial was build in memory of a schoolteacher who died while trying to save a child.

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What to Find in the Independence Park Charlotte

There are several things within the Park which includes the playground, batting cafe, basketball, picnic, baseball, park, and a tennis court. This is an amazing park which is a must visit if you are in North Carolina. Hotel Charlotte NC is found in this park giving you easy access to the park.

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