Ben Washer Park
About Ben Washer Park
Location & Hours
Tucked between University of Louisville and Spalding University on W. Kentucky Street, Ben Washer Park is a 2-acre green space that offers a quiet break from city life. Its central Louisville location makes it great for anyone needing a quick nature fix - no matter if you're a local resident or a student looking to clear your head between classes.
Amenities
Despite its modest size, this little park packs in quite a few features. Kids will love the playground that's just right for elementary schoolers and toddlers, complete with bench swings where parents can sit while keeping an eye on the little ones.
Need some shade? The park's gazebo and picnic shelter provide good spots to enjoy lunch or catch up with friends around the tables. Actually, shade is one thing this park doesn't lack - plenty of trees create cool spots within the grounds, which is a real blessing during Kentucky's warmer months.
And yes, the modern world has made its way here too - free WiFi means you can study or work remotely while enjoying some fresh air. When nature calls in nature, you can find clean restroom facilities available as well.
Recreation & Relaxation
This isn't a place for intense sports tournaments or massive events - and that's precisely its charm. Ben Washer Park specializes in low-key leisure: spreading out a blanket for a picnic, finding a quiet corner to read, or simply watching the world go by for a while.
If you're into wildlife watching (even the urban kind), the park's squirrels provide entertaining antics that both humans and leashed pets seem to enjoy observing.
Community Involvement
The park benefits from community involvement. Local cleanup and revitalization projects have helped maintain this green space, reflecting local residents' appreciation for parks.
These community efforts help maintain Ben Washer Park as a small natural space in the heart of the city.
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Decent Park
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Top Restaurants Near Ben Washer Park
Buck's Restaurant
0.5 miles425 W Ormsby Ave, Louisville, KY 40203
Upscale Continental restaurant featuring live piano music, elegant atmosphere, and expertly prepared steaks and seafood.
Safier Mediterranean Deli
0.5 miles641 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202
Mediterranean deli serving generous portions of flavorful Middle Eastern and Indian dishes with many vegetarian options.
Abyssinia
0.6 miles554 S 5th St, Louisville, KY 40202
Traditional Ethiopian restaurant serving authentic communal platters with flavorful stews and injera bread.