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Testimonials

“I hardly know how to thank you for all you have done for Dayton Public Schools. We couldn’t ask for better partners then the staff at Carillon. Your cooperation and support, both before and during the event, were greatly appreciated by all of us.”
Parent Resource Teacher, Dayton Public Schools

Old River Park 2010 Summer Hours

Under the management of Dayton History, Old River Park will open May 1st, and continue with a summer schedule of Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. through October 31st.

The park first opened on June 3, 1939, for NCR employees and their families under the leadership of then-Chairman of the Board, Colonel Edward Deeds.

“We are so pleased to be able to bring this wonderful historic asset back to life and make it available to the community,” stated Brady Kress, President & CEO of Dayton History.

Old River Park features include:

•    Miniature golf course
•    Oversized checker boards
•    Shuffle board
•    Croquet
•    Horseshoe pits
•    Volleyball
•    Kids’ playground
•    Two miles of walking paths
•    Stone cooking grills
•    Concession stand
•    Boat rentals for use in the 1.5 mile scenic, historic lagoon
•    Early 20th century themed music piped throughout the Park

Entry to Old River Park is free to Dayton History members. Others can enjoy Old River and Carillon Historical Park for one regular Dayton History admission price ($8 per adult (18-59), $7 per senior (60+), $5 per student, and children under 3 free). Admission can be purchased at either Carillon Historical Park or Old River Park.

For more information, please call 937.293.2841 or visit Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton Ohio, 45409.