Cancer Survivors Park
Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
Cancer Survivors Park is a tangible tribute to
everyone who has been touched by cancer.
The hand-painted tiles were created by cancer
survivors from Northeastern Pennsylvania and
the engraved brick pavers were sponsored by
local residents in honor or in memory of a loved
one. The park is a dynamic project: newly painted
tiles and additional pavers will continue to be
added over time.
The park represents a true community
partnership to honor the Family of Survivors.
Special thanks to the following for their
contribution to this effort:
[Sponsors not transcribed]
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Rededicated May 22, 2010
The Cancer Survivors Park was revitalized in
a partnership between the Northeast Regional
Cancer Institute, Leadership Lackawanna and
Lackawanna County. The nature of the climate
in Northeastern Pennsylvania made the original
design of the park unsustainable. In order to ensure
that this space remained a fitting tribute to those
who have been touched by cancer, the Leadership
Lackawanna Class of 2009 volunteered to refurbish
the park. With
this page online
and landscape work, the park now serves as a
permanent contemplative space for the community
to take inspiration from the courage of all cancer
survivors. Special thanks are given to Sean Byrne
Construction for completing the revitalization work.
Erected 2000 by Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, Lackawanna County, Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority, Leadership Lackawanna et al.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical date for this entry is October 28, 2000.
Location. 41° 25.047′ N, 75° 42.645′ W. Marker is in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in Lackawanna County. Marker is on Bald Mountain Road, on the right when traveling east. Memorial garden is in McDade Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Scranton PA 18504, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 9-11 Memorial (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Tribute to Anthracite Coal Miners (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Loading and Supply Dock (approx. ¼ mile away); Franklin Colliery Coal Mine Car (approx. ¼ mile away); Rock Loader (approx. ¼ mile away); Mobile Fire Fighting Equipment (approx. ¼ mile
Credits. This page was last revised on March 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 17, 2020, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 110 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on March 17, 2020, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
