A quiet, deed-restricted passive park with a sloping lawn, geometric plantings, and shaded benches; the original land grant bars it from ever being used as a playground.
What to expect
Dogs
Not a Green Dog participating park; leashed (max 7ft) at all times.
Hours
Dawn to dusk, year-round.
Managed by
Brookline DPW Parks and Open Space Division
617-879-5650 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there a playground here?
No, the deed that transferred the land to the town specifically bars playground use, so this is a passive lawn-and-path park only.
Is there an entry fee at Knyvet Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Knyvet Park?
Not a Green Dog participating park; leashed (max 7ft) at all times.
What rules should I know at Knyvet Park?
No playground use; the property was deeded specifically to remain a passive public park. Alcohol, smoking, and open fires are prohibited town-wide in Brookline parks.