Scott Tower
Scott Tower was finished in 1939 by the WPA. It is named after Walter Scott who donated this land and died in 1935.
In 1939 a new tower was built here and called Walter Scott Memorial Tower. It was dedicated on December 24th of that year. It was named after Walter Scott (FINDAGRAVE) the donor of this land. During its first year it had thousands of visitors. The base was star shaped and the tower had 68 steps.
On its grounds, were added 32 fireplaces and 22 picnic tables.
In 1936 Anniversary Hill Park had had its summit name changed to Walter Scott Field. There must have been a plaque placed by Jarvis Avenue since in 1943 the city registry reports that it was moved to easterly side of the tower.
In 1941 a cabin was constructed at the entrance to the Scott Memorial Tower. In 1955 a paved lookout is added to the east of the tower and trees removed from that area. In 1956 a parking lot was added just to the south of the tower along with some more trails.
In 1976 using Legacy of Parks federal funds, the picnic tables were replaced and the stone bridge repaired. Most importantly, Scotts Tower was given a facelift.
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