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Thomas Mundy Peterson Park
1. Address:High St.
  Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
2. Phone:(732) 745-3900
Amenities:
1. Baseball Field(s)
2. Comfort Station(s)
3. Football Field(s)
4. Soccer Field(s)
5. Softball Field(s)
6. Walking/Hiking Trail(s)
Categories:
1. Parks

Thomas Mundy Peterson Park is the 19th park in the Middlesex County Park System.

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Thomas Mundy Peterson Park’s name was chosen to honor Thomas Mundy Peterson, a resident of the City of Perth Amboy and the first African American to vote in the United States after the 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted African American men the right to vote.

The new park located in Perth Amboy at High Street between Washington St. & Buckingham Ave. includes a synthetic-turf, multi-use field that can host soccer or football, a synthetic turf field that is adjustable for softball and baseball, a waterfront walkway with views of the Arthur Kill, interpretive signs exploring the history of the site and river and park benches. In addition, it will also offer a convenient parking lot and comfort stations for visitors.

Map of Thomas Mundy Peterson Park