City of Wichita - Riverside Park System Riverside Central
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City Hall, 11th floor
455 North Main
Wichita, KS 67202

Hours:
8 AM - 5 PM
Monday-Friday

Phone: (316) 268-4361
Fax: (316) 858-7768

Doug Kupper
Director of Parks & Recreation

Karen Walker
Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation

Tim Martz
Superintendent of Forestry and Maintenance Division

Larry Foos
Superintendent of Parks & Recreation


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Riverside Central Park

Photo of park

Address: 720 Nims

District: District 6

Acres: 58.00

General Information

The entire area contains beautiful shade and ornamental trees and large open areas, and convenient sidewalks give access to all parts of the park. Drives and parking spaces are provided for the thousands of daily visitors. The park is conveniently located for access from the main portion of the City. It is used by many thousands of picnickers each season.

The Kansas Wildlife Exhibit features over 25 species in 8 naturalistic cages. Animals include beavers, red fox, porcupine, mink, hawks, owls and more. The park underwent a major renovation in 2004.

Amenities

Public Art

  • The Hiker, sculpture by Allen George Newman
  • Historical markers
  • Solar Calendar, sculptures by Steve Murillo

Park Map

Map of park

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