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The J.S. Acker Memorial Park was established
in September, 1995. James S. Acker was a prominent Prescott business
man that generously bequeathed the land to the city for park purposes.
The "Friends of J.S. Acker," a non-profit group, remain
very active in organizing community involvement to assist the City
of Prescott in preserving this memorial park.
Acker Park consists of 75 acres of natural
open space and features panoramic views of Thumb Butte, Granite
Mountain, San Francisco Peaks and the surrounding area. The park
includes hiking trails with interpretive signs, picnic sites, public
art projects, and a children's play area, and restrooms.
"I want to make clear and to emphasize
my desire that my town - The City of Prescott - and our citizens
shall benefit in the fullest measure from the property left them
by me."
James S. Acker
March 25th, 1949
Prescott, Arizona
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