Linda Thompson

The private company is based in Westfield, MA. Stanley Park of Westfield, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization managing a nearly 300-acre public park that preserves a natural environment with trails, woods, picnic areas, athletic fields, and themed gardens such as a rose garden, Asian garden with a Japanese tea house, herb garden, arboretum, and woodland wildflower garden. The park includes the Frank Stanley Beveridge Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary, historical attractions like a colonial-era village and a carillon tower, and offers recreational, educational, and cultural programs for all ages, including nature workshops, seasonal celebrations, and community events. Facilities are available for weddings, corporate meetings, and special events, with event applications required for large gatherings. The park is handicap accessible, open daily from early May through late November, with limited year-round access, and does not charge entrance or parking fees, though permits are required for certain activities. The organization relies on donations, memberships, and sponsorships to maintain its facilities and support programming. The company was founded in 1949 by Frank Stanley Beveridge.