Amos Playground

1817 N. 16th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121

(215) 685-2708

Cameron Walker, Rec Leader

This 1-acre site has playground equipment, a pool, and basketball courts outside. The two-room building hosts a variety of activities. In 1960 the site was named in honor of Fletcher Monroe Amos. He was a local resident and political leader. In 1947 Amos was hit by a bus while helping a woman whose car had stalled. He later died of his injuries.

Leadership

City Council Representative

Darrell Clarke

Advisory Council

Ruth Birchett

Population within Half a Mile

43,338

Median Income: $17,929

Below Poverty Line: 54%

African American: 50%

People of Color: 60%

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