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Pottawatomie Park Sensory Garden and Inclusive Playground

St. Charles Park District

St. Charles, Illinois - Kane County

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May 29, 2026

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Map and directions

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8 North Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174

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Provider overview

Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles includes a sensory garden and all-inclusive playground with native and sensory plants, vine tunnel, musical play, log steppers, baggo, picnic pavilion, and wheelchair swing.

St. Charles Park District operates parks, recreation facilities, special recreation partnerships, community centers, aquatics, athletics, and outdoor amenities in St. Charles.

Quick facts

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Ages
Children, families, camp groups, and park visitors of all ages and abilities
Season
Open by park hours; outdoor garden, pavilion, and play features are weather dependent
Cost
The source describes public park amenities; families should confirm any pavilion rental, program, or seasonal costs directly with the park district.

Location contacts

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Pottawatomie Park

8 North Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174

The source identifies the sensory garden and all-inclusive playground as located at Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles.

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Sensory garden and inclusive playground

Public sensory garden and inclusive playground access with sensory plants, vine tunnel, log steppers, musical play, pavilion access, and wheelchair swing.

Ages
Children, families, camp groups, and park visitors of all ages and abilities
Season
Open by park hours; outdoor garden, pavilion, and play features are weather dependent
Schedule
The source describes the playground and sensory garden as open following the June 2021 ribbon cutting; families should check current Pottawatomie Park hours and closures.
Cost
The source describes public park amenities; families should confirm any pavilion rental, program, or seasonal costs directly with the park district.
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Listing check

Last checked
May 29, 2026
Why this is listed
The official St. Charles Park District page says Pottawatomie Park has a sensory garden and all-inclusive playground, native and sensory plants, vine tunnel, log steppers, musical play opportunity, baggo games, rentable picnic pavilion, design for people of all abilities to play together, special features beyond ADA requirements, and a wheelchair swing supported by St. Charles Kiwanis.
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Program details we found

Sensory garden and inclusive playground

The official St. Charles Park District page says Pottawatomie Park has a sensory garden and all-inclusive playground, native and sensory plants, vine tunnel, log steppers, musical play opportunity, baggo games, rentable picnic pavilion, design for people of all abilities to play together, special features beyond ADA requirements, and a wheelchair swing supported by St. Charles Kiwanis.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: The source lists sensory garden, all-inclusive playground, native and sensory plants, vine tunnel, log steppers, musical play opportunity, baggo games, rentable picnic pavilion, people of all abilities playing together, special features beyond ADA requirements, and a wheelchair swing.

Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm accessible parking, restroom access, wheelchair swing procedures, garden path access, pavilion availability, shade, seating, sensory plant access, musical play condition, nearby riverfront navigation, and whether any equipment is closed for weather or maintenance.

What we checked

What we found: The official St. Charles Park District page says Pottawatomie Park has a sensory garden and all-inclusive playground, native and sensory plants, vine tunnel, log steppers, musical play opportunity, baggo games, rentable picnic pavilion, design for people of all abilities to play together, special features beyond ADA requirements, and a wheelchair swing supported by St. Charles Kiwanis.

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What to confirm

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  • Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
  • Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.

Questions to ask before you register

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  • Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
  • What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Is Pottawatomie Park Sensory Garden and Inclusive Playground reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with St. Charles Park District?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

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