Institute Park

Institute Park, a historic park in Worcester, MA, dates back to the late 1800s and was donated by Honorable Stephen Salisbury III to provide green space for the community and students of Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Originally a farm field and pasture, the park features Institute Pond, an artificial lake, and has transformed into a beautiful urban retreat with various recreational facilities. The park offers a multipurpose field for seasonal sports, three lighted tennis courts, and the Levenson Concert Stage, which hosts summer concerts. Visitors can enjoy tranquil strolls around Salisbury Pond, picnic areas, and unique monuments, including classical Doric columns that enhance the park's charm. Generated from the website

Friends of Institute Park Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the beauty and accessibility of Institute Park and Salisbury Pond in Worcester, Massachusetts. Their efforts aim to create a more user-friendly environment that caters to the thousands of visitors who enjoy the park throughout the year. The organization actively works on various initiatives to improve the park's appeal and responsiveness to community needs. Through their commitment to conservation and development, they strive to provide a welcoming space that enriches the experience for all who visit. Generated from the website

Worcester industrialist Ichabod Washburn owned the world's largest wire-making operation. Like John Boynton, he dreamed of establishing a school for technically-minded young people. He merged his dream with Boynton's by agreeing to put up WPI's second building.