Memorial Park Playground
Historic District / Memorial Park, Sumter, SC
Recently opened inclusive playground in Sumter's historic district with family play space plus an adjacent adult fitness area.
Official city image showing the playground after the 2025 opening.
Photo 1 of 4. Official city image showing the playground after the 2025 opening.
Editorial notes
What stands out
This is a strong pick for families who want a newer, city-backed inclusive playground with something for caregivers too.
Know Before You Go
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Limited shade
- Visit type
- Community park visit
Read more about this location
Memorial Park Playground is a newer Sumter playground project opened in 2025 as an inclusive community play space. The city describes it as an inclusive playground designed to support safe play and family bonding, with an added adult playground/workout area so caregivers can stay active nearby. This makes it a practical multigenerational stop for families who want a modern city playground rather than a basic older park structure. Its central historic-district setting also makes it easy to combine with other Sumter stops.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Known Features
Inclusive playground design
Known Features
Family-focused layout
Known Features
Adult workout/play area nearby
Considerations
Official city materials did not publish a full equipment-by-equipment accessibility breakdown on the pages reviewed.
Considerations
Address was supported by city historic preservation documents tied to Memorial Park.
Mobility features
Ground-level play
Mobility features
Wide pathways
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
417 W Hampton Ave
Sumter, SC, 29150
Other options nearby
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Garrison's Place
Adaptive playground at Byerly Park in Hartsville with a wheelchair platform swing, adaptive swings, and an adaptive zip line.
Sources & Updates
3 public sources on record ยท Last checked Apr 11, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- City of Sumter newssumtersc.gov
Primary source for the playground opening and feature overview.
Checked: name, inclusive playground, opening date context, adult workout area, official images
- City of Sumter historic preservation documentsumtersc.gov
Identifies Memorial Park as a city park facility at 417 W. Hampton Ave.
Checked: address
- City of Sumter Parks & Gardenssumtersc.gov
Used for city parks contact context.
Checked: parks contact phone
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Sumter city sources and supporting planning documents.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.