Rhodes Park

Rhodes Park stands as the central jewel among a trio of public parks nestled in low-lying areas along Highland Avenue since its inception in 1884. As Highland Avenue gracefully curves around the park on a level path, Highland Court offers a contrasting straighter route with varying elevations along its northern edge.

Originally surrounded by residential lots developed predominantly between 1906 and 1911, the 3 1/4-acre park underwent enhancements per a 1910 landscape design by George Miller, a prominent Boston architect. Noteworthy features such as retaining walls, benches, and an outdoor stage were envisioned by William Leslie Welton, crafted in textured stucco adorned with Moravian tiles.

Named in tribute to Rufus Rhodes, the esteemed Birmingham News publisher, the park has a rich history intertwined with community events. From the beloved Peter Rabbit Party's Easter egg hunts organized by Rosalie Pettus Price to serving as a focal point for fundraising and festive gatherings in the face of threats to historic homes in the 1960s and 1970s, Rhodes Park has played a vital role in preserving the neighborhood's character and fostering a sense of unity.

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