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800 Abelia Road

Heathwood Park

Establishing public parks was a central factor in ensuring vibrant suburban life. Within many early suburbs such public green spaces also featured recreational buildings that could be put to many uses. Natural gathering spaces for children, such facilities offered after-school and summer programs in which attendees received a diploma after graduating from “Play Group.” Maintained by the City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department, this neighborhood landmark continues to offer recreational and educational opportunities to area residents.

  • Heathwood Park

    Heathwood Park, 2018. Historic Columbia collection

  • Heathwood Park Kindergarten Class of 1978

    Heathwood Park Kindergarten Class of 1978, taught by Mrs. Baker and Mrs. Potter. Image courtesy Amy Kinard

  • Play Group Diploma

    This City of Columbia Recreation Department “Play Group" diploma recognized that Amy Kinard “successfully completed the work, songs, and play required in the Heathwood Park Recreational Play Group.” Image courtesy Amy Kinard

  • 1956 Sanborn of Heathwood Park

    Heathwood Park, 1956. Sanborn Fire Insurance Map Collection. Image courtesy South Caroliniana Library, University of South Carolina, Columbia.

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