Helper in Carbon County, Utah — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Helper Senior Citizens Park
Photographed by Jeremy Snow, June 28, 2025
1. Helper Senior Citizens Park Marker
The girls noticed a vacant lot on Main Street that was an eyesore littered with old cars and trash. The girls and leaders inquired of the owner, Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad, stating they would like to build a park there. They replied, "We would be pleased to donate the lot for this worthwhile project." Next the Troop met with the Helper City Council who was full of enthusiasm for this project too and they would supply the needed water.
On April 20, 1973 work began on the park with the young girls weeding, removing stumps, rocks and coal. They then raked and filled the land and five months later, on Arbor Day, they planted the first tree. (Still standing by the bleachers)
During the next three years the girls sought donations, fundraised and maintained the park by hand watering it, planting grass, trees, flowers, adding tables and benches. They put many long hours into the park and it was hard work. Later, as funds became available a sprinkling system was added with the help of the girl's fathers and Carbon Plumbing.
This park was completed June 1975 and the Troop entered and won multiple state and district competitions and awards from:
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This project allowed most of the girls to earn the distinction of "First Class Girl Scout" the highest honor ranking attainable.
This plaque dedicates the park's 40th year anniversary, its history, humble beginnings and the beautiful recreation facility it has evolved into today.
Erected 2015 by E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical date for this entry is April 20, 1973.
Location. 39° 41.181′ N, 110° 51.27′ W. Marker is in Helper, Utah, in Carbon County. It is at the intersection of South Main Street and Kessler Court, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 56 S Main Street, Helper UT 84526, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Canyon Country. It is also in the American Mountain West, in Colorado Plateau, and at the Four Corners. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Helper's Rich History (here, next to this marker); Standardville "Bandstand" (here, next to this marker); Helper Main Post Office (within shouting distance of this marker); Helper City Hall
Photographed by Jeremy Snow, June 28, 2025
2. Helper Senior Citizens Park Marker
Photographed by Jeremy Snow, June 28, 2025
3. Helper Senior Citizens Park Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 15, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 15, 2025, by Jeremy Snow of Cedar City, Utah. This page has been viewed 105 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 15, 2025, by Jeremy Snow of Cedar City, Utah. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
