Nov. 14 Update

Join the Park and Recreation Commission on Saturday, November 23rd at 9:30 a.m. to (partially) open Robbins Farm Park. Coffee and donuts will be provided. This will be the Town's first playground utilizing universal design principles and is intended to be accessible for individuals with varying abilities. The renovation project is primarily funded by the Community Preservation Act, American Rescue Plan Act funds, with support from the Friends of Robbins Farm Park. Add to your iCalendar. 

May 24, 2024 Update

September 25, 2023 Update

The Town of Arlington is pleased to announce that work will commence soon on the renovation of Robbins Farm Park. This will be the Town's first playground designed utilizing universal design principles and is intended to be accessible individuals with varying abilities. The renovation project was awarded to JJ Phelan & Sons for just over $2.1 million dollars. JJ Phelan & Sons recently completed Phase I of the Reservoir Project and three school playground projects in Arlington (Peirce School, Bishop School, and Stratton School). The Robbins Farm Playground renovation project is being funded by both Community Preservation Act (CPA) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds.   

The project will begin this fall with mobilization beginning the week of October 2nd, followed by demolition of the existing equipment.  

Please note that the playground and associated work site will be closed and fenced off beginning the week of October 2nd. An exact construction schedule is being prepared by the contractor and all equipment is in the process of being ordered. Equipment lead times can vary anywhere from 12-20 weeks. It is anticipated that appropriate site preparation will occur this fall with the bulk of the work being done in the spring of 2024. There are many variables that will dictate the construction schedule, but the goal is for significant project completion prior to July 2024. The exact opening date will be continually updated throughout the construction process.  

The Town would like to thank you in advance for your patience while we work to renovate this playground. We recommend you visiting one of Arlington’s many parks and playgrounds. View a full list of parks and playgrounds at arlingtonma.gov/parks. 

About the Project  

The Robbins Farm Playground project funding was approved by the Community Preservation Act Committee and Town Meeting for $997,000. The Town's first universal designed playground, intended to be accessible to all abilities, will cost an $2.1 million. Supplemental funding with be provided by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The Friends of Robbins Farm will also be fundraising to assist with the purchase of inclusionary equipment for the playground. More information may be found at https://robbinsfarmpark.org/playground. 

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