Sgt. Anthony Park

Sgt. Anthony Park The Sgt. Anthony Park Association is an active, diverse, and inclusive group whose aim is to increase our neighborhood's sense of community. SGT. Sgt.

JOSEPH ANTHONY, WORLD WAR II HERO


Sgt. Joseph Anthony grew up at 87 Palisade Avenue, across the street from the park which now bears his name. He learned how to play baseball in the empty lot that was where the park is now, and he was a star southpaw pitcher on the Dickinson baseball team, throwing a no-hitter and attracting scouts from the major leagues. At the age of eighteen, Joe Anthony pas

sed up contracts offered by the Dodgers and the Giants to enlist in the Army Air Corp -- possibly following the lead of his two older brothers, Paul and Peter, who were already in uniform. Anthony flew 39 missions as a crew member of a B-29, and he was cited for bravery before he was lost on a mission at Paulaw in the Admiralty Islands during the last days of World War II. He was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, accepted by his parents, Mary and Horace Anthony. On May 1, 1949, the city dedicated the playground across from his home to his memory, and installed the bronze plaque naming it the Sgt. Anthony Park.

Join your neighbors tomorrow! June 18 1:15 PM Save Our Hospital
06/17/2026

Join your neighbors tomorrow! June 18 1:15 PM Save Our Hospital

Thursday, June 18th at 1:15am. Please join us.
06/17/2026

Thursday, June 18th at 1:15am. Please join us.

Flea Market Vendors Needed!Our Retro Village Flea Market will take place on Sunday August 9 & 16 2:00- 6:00 PMFor more i...
06/10/2026

Flea Market Vendors Needed!
Our Retro Village Flea Market will take place on Sunday August 9 & 16 2:00- 6:00 PM
For more information email [email protected] or call the number listed on the flier.

Music in the park is back! Join us this Thursday, June 11th as we welcome The Íllars, an eclectic duo of creators, co-wr...
06/09/2026

Music in the park is back! Join us this Thursday, June 11th as we welcome The Íllars, an eclectic duo of creators, co-writers, and co-conspirators from Jersey City. Their music blends elements from different genres to create an original style they have dubbed reggae-folk-hop. Music starts at 7:00 PM. ,

Join your neighbors at our next meeting Monday June 8 at 7 PM
06/07/2026

Join your neighbors at our next meeting Monday June 8 at 7 PM

Join your neighbors tomorrow June 5 for an in person rally outside the courthouse
06/04/2026

Join your neighbors tomorrow June 5 for an in person rally outside the courthouse

Flea Market Vendors Needed! Reserve your spot today!Our Retro Village Flea Market will take place on Sunday August 9 & 1...
06/03/2026

Flea Market Vendors Needed! Reserve your spot today!
Our Retro Village Flea Market will take place on Sunday August 9 & 16 2:00- 6:00 PM
For more information email [email protected] or call the number listed on the flier.

Thanks to our elected officials and community residents who joined us to honor Sgt. Joseph J. Anthony and all those who ...
05/25/2026

Thanks to our elected officials and community residents who joined us to honor Sgt. Joseph J. Anthony and all those who served our country

Memorial Day Ceremony at Sgt. Anthony ParkJoin us on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th at 10:00 AM as we honor Sgt. Joseph ...
05/21/2026

Memorial Day Ceremony at Sgt. Anthony Park
Join us on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th at 10:00 AM as we honor Sgt. Joseph J. Anthony. Sgt. Anthony grew up in the neighborhood and died in action on August 24, 1944. We remember him and all who served our country.

Address

Location Of Park: 90 Palisade Avenue
Jersey City, NJ
07306

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

Telephone

+12014305747

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