Peoria Park District

Recreational FacilitiesIllinois, United States201-500 Employees

The Peoria Park District is a public recreational services organization based in Peoria, Illinois, established in 1894 as the first park system in the state. It operates within the recreational facilities sector, focusing on providing high-quality parks, recreation, and education experiences to residents and visitors in its district, while emphasizing responsible stewardship and resource optimization. The district serves a broad community by offering programs and spaces designed to promote healthy and vibrant neighborhoods through accessible outdoor and educational offerings. In addition to ongoing services, it has pursued notable achievements such as receiving the Gold Medal Grand Award from the American Academy for Park & Recreation Administration in collaboration with the National Recreation & Park Association in 2010. A recent development includes the launch of Park-A-Palooza in June 2023, a district event held on the Peoria RiverFront. The organization lists a sizable area of operations with a workforce capable of supporting diverse park, recreation, and education initiatives within its district.

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