Highland Park

Highlights

Dawn of Glory Statue

This memorial, with its larger than life, half-clothed allegorical male figure, was dedicated in 1924. Honoring those from the local community who served their country… Read More

Highland Park Lower Western Playground

What was here before? This part of Highland Park was once the Schenck estate. Johannes Schenck emigrated from Holland to the colony of New York in 1683 and worked… Read More

Ridgewood Reservoir

A Brief History Highland Park and the Reservoir sit on a ridge formed by the Wisconsin ice sheet's terminal moraine. This ridge lends to dramatic views of nearby… Read More

Ridgewood Reservoir

A Brief History Highland Park and the Reservoir sit on a ridge formed by the Wisconsin ice sheet's terminal moraine. This ridge lends to dramatic views of nearby… Read More

The Atlantic Flyway - Highland Park

The bald eagle, a national symbol of strength and freedom, was formerly listed as an endangered species. Although this majestic bird no longer nests here, it can still be… Read More