Editing Seger Park

{{Infobox Park
| name = Seger Park
| image =
| image_caption = Seger Park playground in Queen Village
| type = Neighborhood park
| location = Queen Village
| coordinates = 39.9390,-75.1500
| area = 1.5 acres
| established = 1970s
| operated_by = Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
| features = Playground, spray ground, dog area, community garden
| hours = Dawn to dusk
| transit = Walk from South Street; SEPTA bus routes
| website = https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder
}}

'''Seger Park''' is a neighborhood park in [[Queen Village]], serving as the primary green space and community gathering place for this historic South Philadelphia neighborhood. Named for George Seger, a local community activist, the park features a popular playground, spray ground, dog area, and community garden.<ref name="seger">{{cite web |url=https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder/#/locationDetails/3092 |title=Seger Park |publisher=Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |access-date=December 30, 2025}}</ref>

Seger Park reflects Queen Village's strong sense of community and its transformation from working-class neighborhood to desirable residential area.

== History ==

=== George Seger ===

Named for '''George Seger''':
* Queen Village community activist
* Advocate for neighborhood improvement
* Local civic leader
* Park honors his community service

=== Development ===

The park developed in the '''1970s''':
* Created during neighborhood revitalization
* Community advocacy for green space
* Built on former vacant land
* Expanded and improved over years

=== Queen Village Revival ===

The park parallels Queen Village's transformation:
* Colonial and Federal rowhouses preserved
* Gentrification began 1970s
* Strong civic association
* Park central to neighborhood identity

== Features ==

=== Playground ===

'''Popular playground:'''
* Modern equipment
* Multiple age areas
* Updated facilities
* Heavy neighborhood use

=== Spray Ground ===

'''Seasonal water play:'''
* Spray features for hot days
* Free to use
* Children's favorite summer spot

=== Dog Area ===

'''Off-leash area:'''
* Fenced dog run
* Neighborhood dog community
* Morning and evening gatherings

=== Community Garden ===

'''Urban gardening:'''
* Individual plots
* Community managed
* Neighborhood participation

=== Open Space ===

* Lawn areas
* Shade trees
* Benches
* Gathering space

== Using the Park ==

=== Daily Activities ===

* Playground visits
* Dog park socializing
* Spray ground (summer)
* Garden tending
* Neighborhood gatherings

=== Community Events ===

* Block parties
* Neighborhood gatherings
* Holiday events
* Civic association activities

== Visiting ==

=== Hours ===

* Dawn to dusk
* Spray ground: Summer months

=== Getting There ===

'''Location:''' 10th and Lombard Streets, Queen Village

'''By Public Transit:'''
* Walk south from South Street
* SEPTA Bus 40, 57

'''By Car:'''
* Street parking (challenging)

=== Tips ===

* The playground is busiest after school and weekends
* Spray ground is a summer lifesaver
* Explore historic Queen Village streets nearby
* Great restaurants within walking distance

== Neighborhood Context ==

'''Queen Village:'''
* One of Philadelphia's oldest neighborhoods
* Historic Colonial and Federal rowhouses
* Strong neighborhood association
* Mix of families and young professionals
* Walking distance to South Street

== Nearby ==

* '''[[Queen Village]]''' — Surrounding neighborhood
* '''[[South Street]]''' — Commercial strip north
* '''[[Headhouse Square]]''' — Historic market area
* '''[[Society Hill]]''' — Adjacent neighborhood
* '''[[Italian Market]]''' — West

== See Also ==

* [[Queen Village]]
* [[South Philadelphia]]
* [[Society Hill]]
* [[South Street]]

== References ==
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== External Links ==

* [https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Finder]
* [https://www.qvna.org Queen Village Neighbors Association]

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[[Category:Parks]]
[[Category:Queen Village]]
[[Category:South Philadelphia]]
[[Category:Recreation]]
[[Category:Dog Friendly]]