Hobbs Park

Welcome to Hobbs Park in Lawrence, Kansas, a suburb of Kansas City. A local resident named Myra Hobbs once owned the land and wrote in her will that it be deeded to the City of Lawrence for use as a park upon her passing. This park is home to the Municipal Stadium, a lighted softball field. Perhaps this park's most unique feature is the historic Murphy Bromelsick House which was built in the 1860's. Both Myra Hobbs as well as abolitionist John Speer once lived in the house and it is dedicated to the city's advocacy for civil rights.

The park's basketball court is lighted and the picnic shelter has 40-50 person capacity and one grill. Come shoot some baskets, learn some history, and have fun.

To contact the Lawrence park office please call 785-832-3453.

Lawrence Kansas Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks open at 6:00 a.m. and close at 11:00 p.m.

*The following are prohibited; defacing public property, harming wildlife, littering, smoking.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; fires, motor vehicles.

*All pets must be leashed and waste removed.

*All persons ages 16-64 must have a fishing license to fish.

Please respect these and all local, State of Kansas, and United States statutes.