A roughly 3-acre park in front of the Cambridge Main Library on Broadway, officially Joan Lorentz Park, with a playground, tennis courts, and shaded seating; it neighbors, but is distinct from, the indoor War Memorial Recreation Center.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Managed by
Department of Public Works, Parks and Forestry
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Playground
Playground scheduled for repairs including rubber surface replacement and a new swing set (multi-week closure in 2024).
Benches
Beautiful shaded areas and lots of seating
Common questions
Is this the same as the War Memorial building?
No. The War Memorial Recreation Center is an indoor pool and gym facility at 1640 Cambridge Street; the park seeded here is the outdoor Joan Lorentz Park in front of the Main Library on Broadway.
Is there an entry fee at Library Park (Joan Lorentz Park)?
No, entry is free.