Harold Walker Memorial Park
| Harold Walker Memorial Park | |
|---|---|
Interactive map of Harold Walker Memorial Park | |
| Type | Public |
| Location | Lakeview, New York |
| Coordinates | 40°40′28″N 73°39′8″W / 40.67444°N 73.65222°W |
| Owned by | Town of Hempstead |
| Website | hempsteadny |
Harold Walker Memorial Park is a public park in Lakeview, in Nassau County, New York, United States.
Overview
Located on Woodfield Road in the hamlet of Lakeview, Harold Walker Memorial Park is owned and maintained by the Town of Hempstead.[1][2][3] It consists of an outdoor swimming facility with multiple pools, a playground, picnic areas, seating areas, and sports facilities.[2][3]
Harold Walker Park is also a common gathering place for local civic groups, and is one of the primary civic hubs within Lakeview.[3][4] It is also the site of many of Lakeview's holiday celebrations – including its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony.[3][5]
The park is named in honor of Harold Walker – a late local resident.[3]
In 2025, construction commenced on a major park modernization project.[1]
See also
References
- ^ a b Gusler, Madison (2025-05-02). "New construction to upgrade Lakeview's Harold Walker Memorial Park facilities". Herald Community Newspapers. Retrieved 2026-03-14.
- ^ a b "Harold Walker Memorial Park – Town of Hempstead". Town of Hempstead. Retrieved 2026-03-14.
- ^ a b c d e Yan, Ellen (2025-06-25). "Buying in Lakeview: Rich history includes MLK visit, Revolutionary War". Newsday. Retrieved 2026-03-14.
- ^ "In Short". Newsday. October 19, 1981. pp. A2 – via ProQuest.
- ^ Gusler, Madison (2025-12-19). "Lakeview Civic Association hosts holiday lighting, performers entertain crowd". Herald Community Newspapers. Retrieved 2026-03-14.