Located directly on the Monon Trail, Canterbury Park was identified for improvements by Vice President Barth
INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Mayor Hogsett, City-County Council Vice President John Barth, and Indy Parks broke ground on improvements to Canterbury Park. The park was identified for improvements by Councilor Barth and local residents as part of the $1 million district projects for each councilor.
Canterbury Park is the latest park to see major upgrades along the Monon Trail. In 2023, Frank and Judy O’Bannon Park was upgraded with a new playground and splash pad, while Rev. Charles Williams Park opened with a new playground, event lawn, and connector trail to the Monon.
“This project at Canterbury Park is just another example of how we are changing the way we do recreation in this city,” said Mayor Joe Hogsett. “Improving connections between our growing network of trails and our beloved Indy Parks gives our neighbors a whole new way to enjoy nature and the abundance of public amenities in Indianapolis.”
Over 40 Indy Parks are currently under construction or pending the start of construction as part of an investment of over $150 million to upgrade city parks. The timelines of these projects can be found on the Indy Parks Website. Other park projects in Council District 7 include Tarkington Park’s new sports fields, courts, and walking path, and a new playground at Arsenal Park.
“This investment in Canterbury Park is a direct result of residents speaking up about what they wanted to see in their neighborhood,” said Vice President John Barth. “By directing $1 million in funding, we’re creating a more active, welcoming space that strengthens connections along the Monon and reflects the priorities of the community.”
In 2025, a fiscal ordinance approved alongside the City-County Budget provided a one-time allocation of $1 million to each district councilor for a park or road infrastructure project. Indy Parks broke ground on improvements to WISH Park last week. Other councilor directed park infrastructure projects include:
- Robey Park: a new shelter, comfort station, hard courts, and trail improvements are scheduled to begin construction by summer 2026.
- Thompson Park: a new playground and improved trails and courts began construction in the fall of 2025, with anticipated completion in the summer of 2026.
“Parks like Canterbury are perfect examples of parks being for community, whether that’s a community volleyball game, kids exploring a new playground, or the connectivity the park offers along the Monon Trail,” said Indy Parks Director Brittany Crone. “The park may appear small on the map, but it has an outsized impact on daily life for the community it serves.”
Construction at Canterbury Park is expected to begin in the coming weeks and last through late 2026. More information about the project can be found here. Images from the event can be found here.
