Joe Hawkins Memorial Park

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Address

1501 W 8th St, Michigan City, IN 46360

Hours

Monday – Sunday: 5 AM – 10 PM

About Joe Hawkins Memorial Park

Located at 1501 W. 8th Street, this 1-acre park in northwest Michigan City offers a peaceful neighborhood space with an ADA-accessible playground, picnic shelter, and bike rack. Formerly known as the 8th Street Tot Lot, it was renamed in 2007 to honor Joe Hawkins, a local community advocate dedicated to improving the lives of others. A limestone pillar and bronze plaque at the entrance commemorate his legacy.

 

 

Rent A Facility

Looking for the perfect place to host your next gathering? Michigan City’s parks offer a wide range of rental spaces for picnics, reunions, parties, and special events. From beachside shelters to covered pavilions in neighborhood parks, there’s a space to fit every occasion. Reserve your spot and make memories in the heart of our beautiful outdoor spaces.

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Municipal Golf Course

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