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Last updated: 05/23/25

Field Improvements to Murphy Playground

The fields at Murphy Playground, established in 1912, are getting an update.

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Project Phase

Pending
Planning
Design
Construction
Complete
Construction will begin soon!

Project Information

Location
20 Child Street Jamaica Plain 02130
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Project Features
Accessibility
Community engagement
Demolition and construction
Green infrastructure
Infrastructure improvements
Landscaping
Playgrounds
Sports fields and courts
Sustainability
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Expected Year to be Completed
2026
Project Manager
Nelle Ward
Consultant
CBA Group
Contractor
Fleming Brothers, Inc.
Project Type
Parks and Green Space

Some of the fencing has become overgrown with vegetation. The walkways and seating are currently difficult to navigate in a wheelchair. The playing fields have depressions that can be hazardous for players and weeds popping up throughout.

Field improvements at Murphy Playground include:

  • renovations to improve the condition of the grass fields
  • provide new sports lighting (with less light leakage)
  • new pathways and new seating
  • renovated concrete bleachers
  • newly secured perimeter walls
  • repairs to the existing chain link fence and netting.

Special care will be given to preserve and improve the health of the existing trees. The Improvements aim to make the overall park more ADA Accessible.

The construction budget is $2,500,000.

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