A neighborhood park on Andover Street between Beacon and Amherst streets, named for Navy corpsman Thomas Stephen Donovan, killed in action in Vietnam in 1967. It has a fenced playground and plenty of adult seating.
What to expect
Entry fee
None; free to enter checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Lawrence prohibits any dog from running at large citywide and requires restraint by a leash or chain no longer than six feet, a fenced enclosure, or a working electronic containment system. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted…
Managed by
City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department
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On site
Playground
Fenced playground
Common questions
Is the playground fenced?
Yes, Donovan Park's playground is fenced.
Is there an entry fee at Donovan Park?
None; free to enter
Can I bring my dog to Donovan Park?
Lawrence prohibits any dog from running at large citywide and requires restraint by a leash or chain no longer than six feet, a fenced enclosure, or a working electronic containment system. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.