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The park and recreation center bustle with recreational activities for a variety of interests and all ages. Located next to Armatage School, it's surrounded by prairie and features baseball, soccer and football fields, seven softball diamonds, hockey and ice rinks, four tennis courts and a Tier 1 skateboard park. The park has a fabulous playground with swings of every type. Challenge the climbing wall and ride the slides.

Even if you aren't involved in sports, the park is a great place to watch the activity. Take a stroll with your family, have a picnic or a take leisurely break from your routine.

Armatage Park. named in honor of Maude D. Armatage, a park commissioner for 24 years, features ''Garden Party,'' an 18 ft. bronze sculpture by artist Scott Wallace. It was placed at the entrance of the park to create the Armatage Neighborhood Gateway.

Historical Profile: More information about this and other parks is included in Parks, Lakes, Trails and So Much More, a richly detailed account of the histories of Minneapolis’ renown recreational system.

Amenities
  • Ampitheatre
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  • Baseball Field
  • Basketball Court
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  • Drinking Fountain
  • Football Field
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  • Hockey Rink
  • Ice Rink
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  • Picnic Area
  • Restroom Facilities
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  • Sculpture
  • Soccer Field
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  • Softball Field
  • Tennis Court
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  • Tot Lot/Playground
  • Wading Pool
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  • Walking Path
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    2500 57th St. W
    Minneapolis, MN 55410

    Phone: 612 370-4912
    Fax: 612 920-3727
    Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

     
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    Armatage Recreation Center
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    What our amenities offer you:
    Baseball Field: 1 full size diamond. For information and reservations call 612-370-4912.

    Basketball Court: An outdoor court on the north side of the building.

    Football Field: 1 full size football field. For information and reservations call 612-370-4912.

    Hockey Rink: Lace up your skates and join a hockey team or come to practice your skills. For information and reservations call 612-370-4912.

    Ice Rink: For information and reservations call 612-370-4912.

    Picnic Area: Tables are available for use.

    Sculpture: “Garden Party” by artist Scott Wallace creates the Armatage Neighborhood Gateway. How many fish you can find in the sculpture?

    Soccer Field: Reserve the soccer field for your team or watch others play. For information and reservations call 612-370-4912.

    Softball Field: 7 fields. For information and reservations call 612-370-4912.

    Tennis Court: 4 courts

    Tot Lot/Playground: Climbing walls, swings, bright colors and slides provide a day of fun and play.

    Wading Pool: Escape the summer heat and get to know your neighbors. The wading pool is cool for both kids and adults!

    Walking Path: Take a stroll - or stroller - around the paths or to the various fields, playgrounds and the recreation center.

     
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