City of Charlottesville

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1001 Preston Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22903

Booker T. Washington Park, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a popular public park and playground that offers a variety of recreational facilities for individuals of all ages. With 9.25 acres of land, the park features amenities such as a lighted outdoor pool, basketball courts, a recreation building, and a playground area. It also includes a regulation softball field, picnic shelters, and a tot play area, making it a versatile and heavily used park in the city.

Originally known as Washington Park, the park was re-dedicated during the 2001 African-American Cultural Arts Festival to honor Booker T. Washington, a close friend of Charlottesville educator Benjamin Tonsler. The park's scenic landscape, with its sloping land dropping to a level plain below, provides a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy various outdoor activities and relax in the natural surroundings.

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