Founders Park, Springfield

#15 among attractions in Springfield

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Founders Park (address: 330 E. Water St.) is a place located in Springfield (Missouri state) and belongs to the category of park, relax in park.

It is situated at an altitude of 1283 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 37°12'38"N latitude and 93°17'26"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Founders Park is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Transit Center (bus, 11 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Marx-Hurlburt Building (interesting neighbourhood, 1 min walk), Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building (interesting neighbourhood, 1 min walk), Gillioz Theatre (concerts and shows, 2 min walk).

Elevation: 1283 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°12'38"N, 93°17'26"W

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330 E. Water St.Downtown SpringfieldSpringfield 65804 United States

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Founders Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mediacom Ice Park, Discovery Center of Springfield, Landers Theatre, Gillioz Theatre.

~1720 ftE
Game and entertainment center, Ice rink, Sport venue
Mediacom Ice Park, Springfield
9 min walk • Jordan Valley Ice Park is a multi-purpose arena located in downtown Springfield, Missouri. The arena is owned and operated by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board and serves as a location for community recreation and the home for the Missouri State Ice Bears ice hockey team, and various youth sports programs.
~940 ftSE
Museum, Science museum
Discovery Center of Springfield, Springfield
5 min walk • The Discovery Center of Springfield in Springfield, Missouri, is an interactive, hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging hands-on experiences in STEM In December 2021, inaugural grand prize winner...
~1210 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Landers Theatre, Springfield
6 min walk • The Landers Theatre in Springfield, Missouri, built in 1909, is the second oldest and largest civic theater operation in Missouri. It has been in continuous use either as a legitimate theatre or a movie theater since it opened. In 1928, the theater became the 35th facility in the world to acquire sound film.
~400 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Gillioz Theatre, Springfield
2 min walk • The Gillioz Theatre is a historic theater located at Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built by M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri. Mr. Gillioz was in the business of building bridges, and the theater was built with steel and concrete. Wood was only used for handrails, doors, and doorframes.
~1350 ftE
Civic center, Historical place, Concert hall
Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield
7 min walk • The Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque is a building of arabesque design located in downtown Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built in 1923 for a cost of $600,000.
~1380 ftSW
Specialty museum, Museum
Old Calaboose, Springfield
7 min walk • Old Calaboose, also known as Old Springfield City Jail and South Side Calaboose, is a historic jail located at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri.
~880 ftSW
37°12'31"N • 93°17'32"W
Park Central Square, Springfield
5 min walk • Park
0.5 miE
37°12'42"N • 93°16'54"W
The Creamery Arts Center, Springfield
13 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
~180 ftN
Interesting neighbourhood
Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, Springfield
1 min walk • Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, also known as the Proctor Motor Co. Indiana Trucks, Inc. and The White Motor Co. is a historic automobile showroom located in Springfield, Missouri, United States.
~820 ftSW
Interesting neighbourhood
Heer's Department Store, Springfield
4 min walk • Heer's Department Store, also known as the Greater Heer Store, is a historic Heer's department store building located at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri.
~1070 ftNW
Neighbourhood
Springfield Public Square Historic District, Springfield
6 min walk • Springfield Public Square Historic District is a national historic district located at Springfield, Missouri, United States. The district encompasses 27 contributing buildings, 1 contributing site, 1 contributing structure, and 2 contributing objects in Springfield's central business district.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Founders Park?

Nearby attractions include Marx-Hurlburt Building, Springfield (1 min walk), Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, Springfield (1 min walk), Gillioz Theatre, Springfield (2 min walk), Heer's Department Store, Springfield (4 min walk).

How to get to Founders Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Founders Park:

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Transit Center (11 min walk)