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Library Park (Joan Lorentz Park)

Details unconfirmedPark · Cambridge, MA
Right now

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
Entry fee
Free
Managed by
Department of Public Works, Parks and Forestry 617-349-4885 · Website

Getting in

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.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (accessibility-attempted, parking). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-07-18.