William Land Park

William Land Park Sacramento on site of former Sutterville

William Land Park, frequently referred to as simply "Land Park" is a major city park in Sacramento, California.^[1] The park is located between Interstate 5 and State Route 160.

William Land was a pioneer who built the Western Hotel at the NE corner of 2nd and K St in 1875 (California Historical Landmark #601). There is an elementary school named after him. He is buried in a Greek temple mausoleum within East Lawn Memorial Park in Sacramento. William Land was a founder of the East Lawn Memorial.

There are several city attractions located within the park^[2] including:

Swanston Memorial, c. 1924.

• The Sacramento Zoo
• Fairytale Town, a park which has play equipment designed to represent articles from various fairy tales and nursery rhymes (there is a small admission fee).^[3]
• The William Land Golf Course ^[4]
• Funderland, a small park with several carnival like rides primarily for very young children.^[5]

"Land Park" can also refer to the surrounding neighborhood.

• Vic's Ice Cream – landmark restaurant in the neighborhood.

William Land Park was mentioned in Sir Mix-A-Lot's 1992 rap song "A Rapper's Reputation".

Gallery

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  Children leaving a pumpkin ride in Fairytale Town, 1963
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  The entrance to Funderland in Land Park
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  A dragon thrill ride for kids at Funderland
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  A Car ride at Funderland
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  The Entrance to Fairytale Town at Land Park
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  A slide at Fairytale Town in Land Park
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  Fairytale Town

See also

• Urban park
• Western Hotel (Sacramento, California)

References

1. "William Land Park Photo Page". City of Sacramento, Department of Parks and Recreation. Retrieved 2009-05-11.
2. "William Land Park Amenity Guide". City of Sacramento, Department of Parks and Recreation. Retrieved 2009-05-11.
3. "Fairytale Town website". Retrieved 2009-05-11.
4. "William Land Golf Course". The First Tee of Greater Sacramento. Retrieved 2009-05-11.
5. "Funderland website". Retrieved 2009-05-11.

External links

• Official website

38.5408°N 121.4993°W / 38.5408; -121.4993