Hadley Park Improvements

Construction is expected to be complete November 2025.

The playground is temporarily closed for construction. 


Looking for an alternative playground to enjoy while this one is closed? Check out the 5-12yo playground at Callery Park, or the 2-5yo playground at Crowley Park. Both of these playgrounds are in the Highlands neighborhood, and both were upgraded to be universally accessible in 2023.

Final Design Renderings

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  2. 2 Hadley_Plan

Construction Photos - November

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Construction Photos - October

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Construction Photos - September

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Construction Photos - August

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Construction Photos - July

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Address: 1650 Middlesex Street
Neighborhood: Highlands
Project Budget: $860,000
Funding Source: ARPA
Project Scope: Improvements include upgrading a portion of the playground with a new play structure and Poured-In-Place rubber surfacing; installing new swings; and paving an ADA Accessible path leading to Middlesex St.
Landscape Architect: Weston & Sampson Inc
Contractor:  Landscaping by J Michael

Project Updates:

October 2025

  • The park is almost ready! A few things left to finish before the park can open - including a full CPSI safety inspection.

March 2025

  • Construction has started! The playground is now temporarily closed.

February 2025

  • DPD shared information about this and other ARPA-funded projects at Lowell Winterfest on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.

November 2024

  • Contractor selected

October 2024

  • Design is complete

Project Documents: