"It
is the mission of the Fon du Lac Park District to provide quality programs,
facilities, parks, and opportunities to meet the needs and improve the
quality of life for the residents of East Peoria."
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Farm
Park
305 Neumann Drive 694-2195
Opening
date is April 27 this year, this quaint recreation of a
1920’s farm gives children a glimpse of what farm life
was like. The Farm Park has become a treasured destination
for thousands of children and families since opening in
1981.
Antique farm equipment, a working windmill, a replicated
kitchen of the 1920’s era, and one room school
takes visitors back to a time of long ago.
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as the giant gold fish surface in one of the three ponds.
Purchase a feed cone for the many animals on site, from chickens,
turkeys and geese, goats, cows and pigs. All exhibits close
at 2:30pm.
Slide down the Silo Slide in the barn; play on one of the
playgrounds and shop in the country store. Have a snack or
lunch in the concession area to round out your visit. A great
place for birthday parties, let the Farm Park do the work
by calling to schedule your child’s party. School groups
are welcome also, with sack lunches available by phoning ahead.
This is also the site of our annual Witches’ Walk in
October, a not so scary Halloween adventure.
The
Farm Park is a passport site for the Peoria Acadamy of Science
Treasure Hunt.
Farm Park is handicapped accessible and closed weekends in
May and closed Mondays after Memorial Day. Please call ahead
during inclement weather.
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Neumann
Park
305 Neumann Drive
A
large and diverse area, this park is home to Central Illinois
Riding Therapy (CIRT) and Farm Park. Located on the former Neumann
Farm land, there is something for everyone. Play sand volleyball,
explore the playground, picnic in the shelter, or fly a kite
in the large open area. A deer or a raccoon may even greet you.
Restrooms and drinking fountains are on site. |
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