Benton Parks & Recreation Department — Attraction in Benton

I just went to the Gene Moss Building to help my friend get ready for her family reunion. Katherine greeted me when I arrived and showed me where everything was. This facility is large, well maintained, clean, has a nice kitchen, restrooms, an ice maker, and a stage area. Quite a lot of variability with the lighting even though it's just regular switches. You can turn on lots of different combinations for different levels of lighting. There are folding tables and chairs for use. We used 16 tables (these are manageable white plastic top tables with folding black legs, sturdy regular black metal folding chairs) and there were tables and space left. Plenty of outlets. Two big trash cans. I live in St. Francis County and as far as I know we don't have anything like this. This is a wonderful resource to have for the community. As far as event planning, I would say the only downside is the florescent lighting and the panel ceiling; but it's a minimal "not my favorite ceiling" that pales in comparison to all the convenience and amenities...

I usually love to eat there but today the soybeans and bell peppers tasted really bad. Some vegetables were not fresh and looked very old so you had to ignore them. My stomach hurt so much that I had to get out of there before I finished my meal. I know this is going to be read by many people and I am sorry to say it but I had to stop at a gas station because I had diarrhea. My worst discomfort is knowing that I paid them to...

We love this place! We love this place! It's free, fun & the people that come to play keep it clean & don't throw trash everywhere. It's always clean. The buttons to turn the water on at the splash pad are a little worn out or seem to be, but the park still works & we are so happy its here! I have been coming to Tyndall Park since I was a kid & I'm so happy to see the new improvements & continued service to...