Providence Parks
O’Brien Park
History
Deeded to the City in 1889, the park sits across from the former Regent Ave School (now private housing). The park was dedicated on June 13, 1937, to fallen World War I Private John James O’Brien, killed in action in 1918. It contained a basketball court in the 1970’s which was replaced with the playground in 1998. Known to many as the Regent Ave playground, it was re-dedicated to Private OBrien in 2015. A loop around the park’s walking track measures approx. 200 meters or just over one tenth of a mile.
Recent Improvements
- Improvements to playground for ages 5-12, fitness area, and drinking fountain installed 2026
- Playground spring rockers replaced 2-5
- Playground for ages 2-5, seating and picnic tables added July 2023
Details
Status
Open Year-Round
Open Year-Round
Neighborhood
Valley
Valley
Acreage
1 acres
1 acres
Coordinates
41.829970, -71.437143
41.829970, -71.437143
Address
140 Regent Avenue
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140 Regent Avenue
Amenities
Drinking Fountain
Fitness Equipment
Picnic Areas
Playground (ages 2-12)
Playground (ages 2-5)
Playground (ages 5-12)
Seating Areas
Walking Paths
Also Known As
Regent Ave Playground
Arnold Square
Links
Report an Issue
To report a maintenance issue at this location, submit a request through PVD 311 or contact the Parks Department directly.
PVD 311 →
Providence Parks creates and maintains exceptional, accessible green spaces that serve as the foundation for wellbeing, quality of life, and environmental stewardship in Providence, Rhode Island.
Contact
Providence Parks Department
Clark Dalrymple Boathouse
Roger Williams Park
1000 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02905
Superintendent: Wendy Nilsson
providenceri.gov/parks