Meador Park and Pool
A 40-acre park established in 1958 in what was, at the time, the edge of Springfield. Named for Drury Professor L.E. More information on L.E. Meador is here.
Includes a playground, swimming pool, tennis and Pickleball courts and the Meador Baseball/Softball Sports Complex. Meador (1881-1975) who taught political science and economics at Drury for 43 years. Meador also who chaired the commission that drafted the Springfield City Charter, adopted by Springfield voters in 1953.http://shsmo.org/manuscripts/rolla/r0674.pdf
04/10/2026
03/30/2026
π’ Now Hiring for Parks! π³ Learn more and APPLY NOW: ParkBoard.org/Jobs π
π’ Now Hiring for Parks! π³ Summer 2026 is around the corner, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team! βοΈ Part-time and seasonal positions across various departments. There's something for everyone! Learn more and APPLY NOW: ParkBoard.org/Jobs π
03/02/2026
βοΈ Do YOU want Meador Pool to be open more days this summer? We need lifeguards to make that happen!
It's almost time for the first 2026 Lifeguard Training sessions! π Gain essential lifesaving skills and earn your American Red Cross Certification, required for Park Board Lifeguard employment β€οΈβ‘οΈ
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3-Day Sessions: Select Dates, March 16-June 28, 2026
π Call 417-891-1616 for details.
π Sign up today. Register in person at Chesterfield or Doling Family Center, or online at ParkBoard.org/Aquatics π
π 2026 American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Sessions πββοΈπ¦ 3-Day courses, Select Dates, March 16-June 28
Gain the skills and confidence to provide lifesaving emergency care! π American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification includes a swim test, water & land rescue techniques, first aid, CPR and AED training. β€οΈβ‘ Certification is required for employment as a Park Board Lifeguard.
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REGISTRATION REQUIRED in person at Chesterfield or Doling Family Center, or online: ParkBoard.org/Lifeguards π
Age: 15 yrs. & up π΅ $185/Family Center Member, $200/Non-Member (Scholarships may be available - ParkBoard.org/Scholarships)
π Location/Time: Varies (Call for details.) β°
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Session Dates:
π§ Session 1: March 16-18
π§ Session 2: March 20-22
π§ Session 3: March 27-29
π§ Session 4: April 10-12
π§ Session 5: April 24-26
π§ Session 6: May 1-3
π§ Session 7: June 5-7
π§ Session 8: June 26-28
π¨ Register at least 10 days before your session begins! Sessions may be canceled if the class minimum is not met. β οΈ Call 417-891-1616 for more info π
02/24/2026
Sports | Springfield-Greene County Park Board The park board offers a variety of youth and adult sports year-round.
08/27/2025
Hello, Pickleball People! π
π§ Meador pickleball courts will be closed for maintenance Monday, Sept. 8 through Sunday, Sept. 14. π
Currently scheduled for reopening Monday, Sept. 15, but updates will be posted if the schedule changes.
π Where to play? We have lots of courts and options, indoors and out. Check us at parkboard.org/pickleball π
08/15/2025
π Registration for Passers Flag Football has been extended through midnight on Sunday, Aug. 17. Seven weeks of flag football fundamentals πSept. 6-Oct. 18π for 6U-12U. $50/player. Register at http://bit.ly/3JkuqfE
08/01/2025
π’ The 2025 Park Board Outdoor Pool season is coming to an end! π« Reminder: Meador Pool is closed on Sundays. The final day of operation is Sat., Aug. 9 π¦ Learn more at ParkBoard.org/Aquatics π
07/31/2025
π Timeβs running out to register for fall 2025 Park Board Passers Youth Flag Football πββοΈ League play runs Sept. 6βOct. 18, but registration closes Mon., Aug. 11!
π€ For ages 5-12 yrs. Open to individual players β no team required!
π΅ Fee: $50/player
Scan the QR code or register online at parkboard.org/561/Flag-Football π Questions? Call 417-837-5817
π Timeβs running out to register for fall 2025 Park Board Passers Youth Flag Football in Meador Park πββοΈ League play runs Sept. 6βOct. 18, but registration closes Mon., Aug. 11!
π€ For ages 5-12 yrs. Open to individual players β no team required!
π΅ Fee: $50/player
Register online at parkboard.org/561/Flag-Football π Questions? Call 417-837-5817 π
07/28/2025
Meador is open late Tuesday, July 29, and Wednesday, July 30!
Extended pool hours this week, due to the US National Weather Service Springfield Missouri Heat Advisory:
β’ Monday, July 28: Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., open 1-8 p.m.
β’ Tuesday, July 29: Meador Pool, 2600 S. Fremont Ave., open 1-8 p.m.
β’ Wednesday, July 30: Meador Pool, 2600 S. Fremont Ave., open 1-8 p.m.
07/25/2025
Meador Pool is open late Tuesday, July 29!
Due to the US National Weather Service Heat Advisory, these swimming pools are open late:
β’ Saturday, July 26: Westport Pool, 3125 W. Lincoln St, open 1-8 p.m.
β’ Monday, July 28: Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., open 1-8 p.m.
β’ Tuesday, July 29: Meador Pool, 2600 S. Fremont Ave., open 1-8 p.m.
In addition, the fountains are open at Jordan valley Park, and public cooling centers are open at Brightspeed Ice Park and all three family centers.
Details: https://www.parkboard.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=379
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