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Linscott Park The City of Holton purchased the Linscott Park property from the Linscott family in 1928. the property was the site of the Linscott family home- Buena Vista. The terms of the purchase was that no "private enterprise" be allowed in the park.

Linscott Park is a neighborhood park with tennis courts, horse shoe pits, picnic shelterhouse and children's playground, and the Veteran's Memorial. The Park provides an ideal setting for family reunions and social gatherings.


Address: 300 Block of 4th Street

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