Michelle Jamieson June 11, 2010 08:40:34 (EDT)

I was wondering if the park is opening again or even if it is open ,I loved going there when I was 16 years old and would love to bring my grandaughter to the park but I was'nt sure if it was open for bussiness . I would also consider to help with some of the paths and plants for the park , I love... (more)

Steven Foster June 11, 2010 00:51:23 (EDT)

Was wondering if a podcast could be developed and made available for download to inform people of past/present history and information about the park that could be referenced to certain areas along the walking trails? It would be cool to have a guided tour available to people to listen to at their... (more)

Dana Sion June 9, 2010 18:17:11 (EDT)

Steven, The A-Frame building was beyond reasonable repair and what was saved was the A-Frame structure it self as a shelter and sitting area that now has picnic tables under it that look onto "Swan Lake". The A-Frame building had several uses some had been a gift shop and food stand, it was... (more)

Jean June 9, 2010 11:56:33 (EDT)

I'm so sorry the park closed. I remember going as a child in the late 40's & early 50's. It was a child's delight.

cheeyl June 8, 2010 19:20:07 (EDT)

Nice pictures in the Telegraph.
The Shoe looks great.
Nice job folks.

Mark Nelson June 8, 2010 19:18:12 (EDT)

I spotted a few Benson Park t-shirts when I visited during the open house, and had the same thought -- that I'd buy one, or a re-print of an old Benson's shirt, in a heartbeat.

Ben McLaughlin June 8, 2010 13:00:51 (EDT)

It seems to me that the entire internet is populated with folks nostalgic for Benson's. Perhaps T-shirts could be made, and sold to us in some sort of fund-raising effort supporting park maintenance and restoration.

Steven Foster June 7, 2010 23:26:26 (EDT)

What happened to buildings attached to the "A" Frame near the Gorilla House. I saw pictures of an A-Frame building with other structures attached unless that was another building?

ann June 5, 2010 20:21:59 (EDT)

volunteer@bensonpark.org
Next Clean-up Day is June 19th
9AM - 2PM

Wes Doda June 5, 2010 16:06:18 (EDT)

I took my 12 year old daughter to the park today. She really got a kick out of seeing the old buildings. The gorilla cage will be amazing once its brought back to its original condition and the Amphitheatre area will someday be the centerpiece of the town. I am definately interested in... (more)

David Gouveia June 5, 2010 12:47:48 (EDT)

Hi I was wondering when the park is going to reopen to the public??? I have not seen anything in the newspaper or TV. My wife and I are looking forward to taking our 2 year old son. Thanks

Harry Schibanoff June 3, 2010 16:42:07 (EDT)

The main parking lot is about 100 yards from the handicapped parking area on Kimball Hill Road going towards Route 111. It has a temporary sign that says "Benson Park Entrance". Permanent signs will be installed soon. In the parking lot is a kiosk with information about the park, maps and... (more)

Jen June 3, 2010 10:03:00 (EDT)

I was wondering where the regular parking is for Benson's? I located the handicapped parking, but was not sure if there was another parking lot? Thanks.

Mary Jameson Covert June 2, 2010 21:13:08 (EDT)

I remember Benson's very very well. I worked there for many years. My family lived on the property for about 30 years until my dad passed away. So many stories I could tell about the people who worked there and the things that happened there from blizzards to hurricanes...loose lions and monkeys.... (more)

Tim Reade June 2, 2010 17:17:52 (EDT)

I am excited to here the possibilty of on an onsite museum in the elephant house, I think a shrine to some of the more popular animals would be cool, Like Betsy the elephant I think she spent her entire life there, and Tony the gorrila, and even that poop throwing monkey what ever it's name... (more)

Dana Sion June 2, 2010 10:16:31 (EDT)

Thank you Carol, the work is still ongoing. We just did not want to keep the park closed to the public any longer after all these years. One of the next things the public will notice is we will be working to remove(one last time) the graffiti and vandalism at and on the buildings. Many other... (more)

Carol June 1, 2010 19:46:09 (EDT)

The town of Hudson is doing a great job. I enjoyed myself on my trail walks. the day was nice and people were pleasant. I hope that it continues to be a place where it can be enjoyed and not closed up ever again.

B Donovan June 1, 2010 17:06:37 (EDT)

Will the items at Derry Flea Market make thier way back to Benson ? I have two items that I am told came from Benson's playground yellow duck and blue/ white pony that a child would sit on and bounce around on a giant spring like base. I got them in Dracut the owner siad they came from... (more)

Mark Nelson May 30, 2010 08:52:36 (EDT)

Here's a link to a great blog entry by someone who played Spider-man at Benson's in 1987, remembering his experiences at the park:

http://www.heroesinmycloset.com/2009/05/of-mice-and-monkeys.html