W. Palmer

The private company is based in Westfield, MA. Stanley Park of Westfield, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization managing a nearly 300-acre natural park that features formal gardens, extensive trails, athletic fields, picnic areas, children’s play zones, and the Frank Stanley Beveridge Wildlife Sanctuary. The park includes landmarks such as the carillon tower, duck pond, Goodrich covered bridge, colonial-era village structures, and a population of black squirrels. Stanley Park offers recreational and educational activities including hiking, nature workshops, fitness classes, and family events, and supports community engagement through pavilion rentals, weddings, corporate meetings, and special events. The company was founded in 1949 by Frank Stanley Beveridge.