Delco Park

History of Delco Park

Delco Park is a 120-acre park located in Kettering, Ohio.  Originally called the Delco Sportsman's Club, the park was created in 1953 by Charles F. Kettering, the inventor and industrialist who founded Delco Electronics, a division of General Motors.  As a believer in taking care of employees, he built the club next to the new Delco plant he built in 1953.  The club served as a recreation facility for Delco employees and offered a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, and golfing. 

In the early 1990s, GM decided to leave the Dayton area, and the Delco Sportsman's Club was closed.  Virginia Kettering lobbied GM to donate the land to the City of Kettering.  The new park was named Delco Park and now serves as a popular destination for residents and visitors alike, offering a variety of amenities and activities for all ages.

Delco Park Features

Among the park’s soccer fields, and volleyball course lies a host of park landmarks

Kettering Veteran’s Memorial:  unveiled in 2016, the memorial honors those who have served our nation.  It consists of five granite markers on giant brick star which reside under a series of flag poles saluting the military services. 

Charles F. Kettering History Walk:  a self-guided tour that tells the story of Charles F. Kettering and his many inventions.  The walk features a series of interpretive panels that are located throughout the park.

Iron Horse Trail:  The walking path meanders throughout the park and around the lake providing residents access to shaded paths and open air. 

Delco Park Lake:  A large pavilion and fishing dock offer visitors access to the lake as the walking path winds around its perimeter.

Public Art:  All Kettering Park hold public art pieces.  Rock Waves greets visitors on the pathway to the lake and pavilion.  It's an appropriate piece for its setting in Delco Park. 

Kettering Ohio Fine Art Photography Prints

For those seeking decorative art prints that highlight Kettering Ohio landmarks, this gallery offers compelling pieces.  These images capture the essence of Charles Kettering when he formed this park seventy years ago.  These art prints already reside in local businesses and healthcare facilities where they were selected for their vivid blue skies and lush greenery on a perfect Ohio day. 

If you are looking for more Kettering Ohio Artwork check out these galleries:

Kettering Ohio Veterans Memorial with its service flags gently flapping in the wind at half-staff.

The Charles F. Kettering History Walk On Spring Evening No. 1

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Delco Park offers Kettering Ohio residents a large pond and walking paths and holds the city’s Veteran’s Plaza.

Kettering’s Veterans Memorial at Delco Park No. 1

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A peaceful view across Delco Park in Kettering Ohio as cumulous clouds hang in the blue spring skies.

Iron Horse Trail at Delco Park, Kettering Ohio No. 4

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Kettering Ohio Veterans Memorial with its service flags gently flapping in the wind at half-staff.

Golden Hour Over Kettering Veterans Memorial No. 8

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Kettering, Ohio Veterans Memorial where the setting sun paints the black granite memorials in golden light

Golden Hour Over Kettering Veterans Memorial No. 5

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Kettering Ohio Veterans Memorial with its service flags gently flapping in the wind at half-staff.

Golden Hour Over Kettering Veterans Memorial No. 4

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Kettering Ohio Veterans Memorial with its service flags gently flapping in the wind at half-staff.

Golden Hour Over Kettering Veterans Memorial No. 2

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Kettering Ohio Veterans Memorial with its service flags gently flapping in the wind at half-staff.

Golden Hour Over Kettering Veterans Memorial No. 1

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Delco Park offers Kettering Ohio residents a large pond and walking paths and holds the city’s Veteran’s Plaza.

Delco Park Lake Pavilion No. 2

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A peaceful view across Delco Park in Kettering Ohio as cumulous clouds hang in the blue spring skies.

Delco Park Lake During a Pretty Spring Evening No. 10

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A peaceful view across Delco Park in Kettering Ohio as cumulus clouds hang in the blue spring skies.

Delco Park Lake During a Pretty Spring Evening No. 1

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Delco Park on a pretty spring day where a historical marker describes the creation of Kettering Medical Center and stands among greens park grounds and under clear blue skies

Charles F. Kettering History Walk on Spring Day No. 3

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A scene from Delco Park that captures the Charles F. Kettering History Walk and the Kettering Veterans Memorial on a gorgeous spring day where the flags flap in the gentle wind under blue skies.

Charles F. Kettering History Walk on Spring Day No. 1

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A display celebrating Charles Kettering along a path in Delco Park on a pretty day

Charles F. Kettering History Walk on Spring Day No. 1

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Delco Park offers Kettering Ohio residents a large pond and walking paths and holds the city’s Veteran’s Plaza.

The Charles F. Kettering History Walk On Spring Evening No. 6

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A peaceful view across Delco Park in Kettering Ohio as cumulous clouds hang in the blue spring skies.

Iron Horse Trail at Delco Park, Kettering Ohio No. 2

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