Our History

Plaque Edmands Park was gifted to the City in 1913 by the Edmands family. The City finally accepted the grant provided that no maintenance would be required - it's been that way for over a century.

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Off Leash Dog Walking

Dog Sign Despite the risk of receiving a $50 citation, Edmands Park users continue to walk their dogs off-leash; pre-existing non-conforming Newton leash law ordinance. Friends of Edmands Park welcomes all park users and supports all efforts to legally allow off-leash dogs.

Is Edmands a Public Park?

One of the things that makes Edmands so unique is that it is maintained by the community. Edmands park is owned by the city and cared for by the community!

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