John W. Burns Memorial Park

All-Inclusivefun for every body in Lathrop, MO

Playground equipment at John W. Burns Memorial Park

Welcome to John W. Burns Memorial Park, home to Lathrop's all-inclusive playground and the Variety KC Splash Pad. Built through years of community fundraising and partnerships, the destination features an estimated 10,000 sqft of inclusive play space with rubber surfacing, ramped structures, sensory-rich play, and an accessible splash pad — designed so kids and caregivers of all abilities can play side-by-side.

Sign detailing the park's features and donors

What makes it Inclusive?

The playground and splash pad were designed with guidance from inclusion advocates to remove common barriers: wide ramps for mobility devices, poured-in-place surfacing, transfer points, group spinners and swings, and water features reachable from seated positions. The space encourages multigenerational play—kids, parents, and grandparents can participate together.

What makes it Inclusive?

The playground and splash pad were designed with guidance from inclusion advocates to remove common barriers: wide ramps for mobility devices, poured-in-place surfacing, transfer points, group spinners and swings, and water features reachable from seated positions. The space encourages multigenerational play—kids, parents, and grandparents can participate together.

Children playing at John W. Burns Memorial Park splash pad

Amenities:

  • Inclusive rubber surfacing
  • Ramped play structure
  • High-back/zero-entry swings
  • Wheelchair-accessible “saucer” swing
  • Quiet & sensory panels
  • Fenced play area
  • Variety KC splash pad
  • Picnic pavilion nearby
  • Parking & accessible stalls
Wheelchair-accessible saucer swing

— Park Details —

Location:
501 Park St, Lathrop, MO 64465

Hours:
Daily, 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM

— Park Details —

Location:
501 Park St, Lathrop, MO 64465

Hours:
Daily, 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM