The historic green heart of town, known locally as Washburn Square, ringed by the 1939 Town Hall, the 1901 First Congregational Church, and the 1834 Leicester Unitarian Church. Becker College owns most of the stately homes along the square's south side.
What to expect
Dogs
A dog has to be physically restrained by leash, harness or lead on any public way, street or Town of Leicester property. Parks and Recreation posts a tighter rule at its own properties, where dogs stay off the playing fields. Posted signs…
Hours
Parks open at 6 a.m. and close a half hour after sunset, and lighted areas stay open until 10 p.m. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Managed by
Town of Leicester Parks and Recreation Department
508-892-7000 · WebsiteCommon questions
What is there to see on the Common?
Historic buildings ring the green, including the 1939 Colonial Revival-era Town Hall, Becker College's 1962 Swan Library, the 1901 First Congregational Church, and the 1834 Leicester Unitarian Church.
Can I bring my dog to Leicester Town Common?
A dog has to be physically restrained by leash, harness or lead on any public way, street or Town of Leicester property. Parks and Recreation posts a tighter rule at its own properties, where dogs stay off the playing fields. Posted signs at the site take precedence.