Did you know? Pesticide Alternatives
Amid growing concerns over traditional chemical herbicides’ safety, consumer advocacy organization ConsumerNotice.org has put together an article regarding the potential harmful side effects of chemical herbicides as well as organic alternatives to try out in your own yard or garden.
PARKS COVID-19 RESPONSE
The health and safety of our neighbors are a top priority!
Click here for current updates on Milwaukee County Parks
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Stay safe, everyone!
2020 Friends Group of the Year!
At the Park People of Milwaukee County’s annual membership meeting on Thursday, June 24, 2021, the Friends of Cooper Park were presented with the 2020 Friends Group of the Year award for our volunteer efforts to enhance the public’s enjoyment of Cooper Park. We are honored and thankful for the recognition and excited to continue our work to enrich and improve Cooper Park!
2020 Year in Review
Curious about what the Friends of Cooper Park accomplished in 2020?
Click here to find out!
Want to look the part when you are volunteering at the Park? Get yourself a new FOCP T-Shirt!
Cooper Park is an 8.4 acre park located in the heart of Milwaukee's historic Cooper Park and Mt. Mary neighborhoods.
“Our aim is to bring neighbors and our neighborhood together to enhance and enjoy Cooper Park”
Get to know Cooper Park:
The Pavilion
A classic park pavilion home to a 35'x32' rentable space with a southern exposure overlooking a large, grassy field. The pavilion has public access restrooms, a kitchen space, and a gathering room in the lower level.
Click below for info from the County on reserving your space!
The Playground and SplashPad
Constructed in the 1990s, the Cooper Park playset is home to 6 swings, 3 slides, multiple climbing ladders, and a padded play area. The structure is showing its age but still creates plenty of fun activities for our younger park-goers!
The Ball Fields
2 softball diamonds that underwent complete rehabilitation and laser-leveling in the summer of 2018. Home to Tosa FastPitch softball and Tosa Baseball League.