Union Park Now: Entering the Children's Playground

This photo was taken as you walk past the foundation of the Dance Hall and head west towards the Children's Playground. You can see where The Promenade sidewalk ends. You have to cross the creek to get to the other side where the playground used to be.

The Children's Playground, Union Park, postcard 3

Another image featuring a merry-go-round, glider swing, and slides. It was postmarked in 1909.

The Children's Playground, Union Park, postcard 2

Here is another view called "Children in the Playgrounds at Union Park, Dubuque." It offers a better view of the Wading Pool in the background. You can also see the merry-go-round, slides, gliders, benches, and picnic tables. The Promenade sidewalk continues through the playground straight down the center. This card was also postmarked in 1911.

The Children's Playground, Union Park, postcard 1

The next series of posts will focus on the "Children's Playground". As you can see from this postcard, the park featured an array of amusements including glider swings, slides, and teeter totters. Every effort was made to bring in the latest in outdoor play equipment. There's also an abundance of picnic tables and benches making it the perfect location for a family outing.

You can see just how crowded and popular the park was back in its day. Kids and adults alike could have fun; there was always something to do at Union Park. If you look very carefully, you can see The Wading Pool in the center. The Death Pavilion is visible in the background too. This card was postmarked back in 1911.