The Incredibly Unique Park That’s Right Here In Philadelphia’s Own Backyard
When you think of beautiful parks in Philadelphia, your mind probably focuses on Fairmont Park, Wissahickon, or the Tinicum Refuge. While these big, famous parks show off some of the best scenery in the city, there are so many other smaller parks in Philly that are worth visiting. One such park is known as the Biopond, and it’s hidden near 38th Street on the University of Pennsylvania campus. If you’ve never stopped by, you really need to make a point to walk through the garden and check out the unique pond! It’s truly an oasis in the middle of a busy city, and it’s free to the public.
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The James G. Kaskey Memorial Park and Biopond can be found nestled between historic UPenn Buildings, on Hamilton Walk near 38th Street.
Walk to the back of the Richards Medical Research Building to find this hidden gem.
The Biopond was originally founded in 1897 by botany Professor Dr. John M. MacFarland as a botanical garden, but it has evolved into a true urban oasis over the years.
Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: [email protected]
