Phillips Park
From Carrick-Overbrook Historical Society
Named after John M. Phillips for the many donated trees and swimming pool. Also known as Dilly’s (after the family name Dilla who once owned the land) Grove, Southern Park and Carrick Park was originally a Trolley Traction Park with vaudeville acts, roller coasters, merry go rounds and other attractions. Dilly’s Grove was part of the Coffey Estate bought in 1904 for $29,000.
Before the park was named for John M. Phillips it was called Carrick Park. Here is a letter to John M. Phillips requesting a meeting be held in 1914.
The Shelter House in 1970
