Gardner Heritage State Park / Dunn State Park

Gardner Heritage State Park/Dunn State Park encompasses two sites:

The Heritage State Park is located in a restored 19th century fire station. It offers self-guided exhibits that trace the silversmith and furniture making industry in Gardner, also known as "Chair City."

Dunn State Park is a 119 acre park that features a 20 acre pond, walking trails, swimming, fishing, picnicking, public programs, and play equipment. Private canoes and non-motorized boats are allowed on the pond, and paddle boats can be rented during the summer. In the winter the trails are open for cross country skiing, ice skating is allowed on the pond and often there is a fire blazing in the visitors centers fireplace.