Harper in Gillespie County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Harper Community Park
Photographed By Brian Anderson, September 5, 2020
1. Harper Community Park Marker
Inscription.
Harper Community Park. . In 1946, Harper residents formed a committee to secure land for a park. From the beginning, resident aided the efforts through labor, finances and planning. Organizations also contributed, providing funds for the purchase of property and for construction. An arena was built almost immediately, in 1948. Other improvements included a baseball field, a football field, a recreational hall and rodeo grounds. In 1962, the park added additional land and a community hall. In 1986, the Harper Pioneer Museum opened on the grounds. Many noted Harper residents have served on the park board. Today, Harper Community Park remains a treasured institution and a model for how residents can work together to improve their community.
In 1946, Harper residents formed a committee to secure land for a park. From the beginning, resident aided the efforts through labor, finances and planning. Organizations also contributed, providing funds for the purchase of property and for construction. An arena was built almost immediately, in 1948. Other improvements included a baseball field, a football field, a recreational hall and rodeo grounds. In 1962, the park added additional land and a community hall. In 1986, the Harper Pioneer Museum opened on the grounds. Many noted Harper residents have served on the park board. Today, Harper Community Park remains a treasured institution and a model for how residents can work together to improve their community.
Erected 2009 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 15992.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1946.
Location. 30° 18.08′ N, 99° 14.896′ W. Marker is in Harper, Texas, in Gillespie County. Marker is on Harper Pioneer Park Drive north of U.S. 290, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Harper TX 78631, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 21, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 15, 2020, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 217 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on September 21, 2020, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
