06/08/2026
A new chapter is beginning at Whitmore Park.
While it's difficult to say goodbye to a playground that has created memories for over 40 years, we're excited to look toward the future. Plans are underway for a new, safe, modern playground for our children and families to enjoy for generations to come.
This project will require community support, fundraising, grants, and partnerships to make it a reality. Please take a moment to read the full post, share your memories and photos, and help spread the word.
Together, we can build something special for the next generation. ❤️
Yesterday marked the beginning of the demolition of the Whitmore Park Playground.
It’s a bittersweet and emotional moment for many of us. For more than 40 years, this playground has been a place where generations of children, parents, grandparents, and visitors have made lasting memories. Watching it come down is certainly a sad day.
This all came as somewhat of a surprise and has moved very quickly due to insurance requirements related to the age and condition of the equipment. While we wish we had more time, the safety of our children and park visitors must always come first.
As difficult as it is to say goodbye, we are excited to begin looking toward the future. Plans are already underway to replace the playground with new, safe, modern equipment that can serve our community for generations to come.
The road ahead will take time, hard work, fundraising, and community support, but we are committed to making it happen. We are in the beginnig stages of seeking Local, State, Grants.which takes time & nothing is garanteeed. We will a*o be reaching out to local businesses & corporations.
Along with the visitors, & residents of Whitmore Township / Friends Creek etc. who know the park & understand the need & importance of rebuilding for the children.
Thank you to everyone who has shared memories, offered encouragement, and expressed support for this project. Please feel free to share this post. Share your stories , memories , photos etc. we encourage your input & help getting the word out.
Your Whitmore Park Board consists of 5 volenteers. So we can use all the help we can get in regard to community awareness . We look forward to keeping everyone updated as we move forward together.
Lastly we would like to thank The Ge**er State Bank for their willingness to help us in overseeing the Playground Fund & also making the first donation.
Thank you
From the Entire Park Board.
Should anyone need to reach out for any additional info.
Please call
D. Conway 217-521-4320
Or respond through messenger & one of the 3 admins will respond.
