J. Richard Martin Community Center Playground
J. Richard Martin Community Center, Biddeford, ME
New inclusive community playground in Biddeford with separate play zones, sensory panels, basket swings, accessible surfacing, seating, and a looping path for caregivers.
Atlas perspective
Atlas Verdict
One of the clearest inclusive playground fits in this region because the city publishes specific sensory, seating, surfacing, and supervision details instead of a vague accessibility claim.
Know Before You Go
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Any adaptive supports your child prefers for climbing or swinging
What to Expect
Play and access
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground-level play
- Tactile play
Family planning
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Parking
- Clear sightlines
- Separated play zones
- Mixed surfaces
- Visit type
- Neighborhood community playground rather than a major day trip destination.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | No admission fee mentioned on city sources. |
Published admission can change. Confirm current prices and taxes before visiting.
Accessibility
Known Features
Ground-level sensory panels with calming and tactile features
Known Features
Basket swings for inclusive vestibular play
Known Features
Rubber surfacing in parts of the playground
Known Features
Looping path around the play area
Known Features
Clear sightlines for caregivers
Considerations
Official materials say surfacing is a mix of rubber and engineered mulch rather than fully uniform surfacing throughout.
Considerations
No official statement found confirming fencing.
Considerations
The city frames the space as inclusive for all ages and abilities.
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
189 Alfred Street
Biddeford, ME, 04005
Nearby Alternatives
Compare three other local options using their published fit and planning details.
School-based inclusive playground in Kennebunk with a wide access ramp and equipment intended for students of all abilities.
Sources & Updates
Time-sensitive details still need a dated source check