Athletic Park, Newton, Kansas. County/parish: Harvey.
Added to the National Register of Historic Places January 14, 2004. NRIS 03001394.
Part of New Deal-Era Resources of Kansas MPS (NRIS 64500797).
1 contributing building.Also known as:
Fischer Field Stadium is the signature athletic field in Newton, Kansas, and is located in Athletic Park. The stadium is used for athletic events — including high school football and soccer (including the state's 8-man football championship), competitive leagues, and semi-pro football — concerts, Newton High School graduation and a variety of community events and festivals. The stadium is listed on both the Kansas Register and National Register of Historic Places. It can seat up to 5,000 people.
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