Phillips Park

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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.

Boxing Carrick Park 1900s.jpg

Boy Scouts in Carrick Park 1914.jpg

Boy Scouts in Carrick Park building trail 1914.jpg


The Shelter House in 1970

Carrick Shelter House 1970s-resized.jpg