Phipp's Ocean Park Transformation

The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach, in partnership with the Town of Palm Beach, is pleased to announce the transformation of Phipps Ocean Park. The major redesign honors the park’s original intent as a public oceanfront space for all to enjoy. For a live look of the construction site, click here.  To view the Little Red Schoolhouse being relocated, click here.

The Preservation Foundation funded and developed the project to revitalize the park’s natural landscape while introducing new amenities to enhance recreation, education, and community connection. This effort fulfills the vision behind the Phipps family’s 1948 gift—creating a vibrant, accessible destination that reflects Palm Beach’s unique beauty.

Based on the estimated construction timeline, Phipps Ocean Park will be closed to the public from May 1 through October 1, 2026. The racquet center and associated parking area have reopened for patrons of pickleball and tennis only. The south end of the park and/or beach access will not be open to the public until project completion.  Courts may be booked online through the Recreation Department's Play by Point portal or for more information, visit the Recreation Department's booking page.

Improvements include:

•    Restoring the park’s ecosystems by planting species historically native to the barrier island will create and support a resilient coast

•    Relocating and rehabilitating the Little Red Schoolhouse to address flooding concerns

•    Building a new Coastal Restoration Center, outdoor classroom, schoolyard garden, and playground, which will serve the entire community

•    Adding new beach pavilions, lifeguard towers, bathroom facilities, and educational walking paths

•    Renovating the existing Phipps Ocean Park tennis center and adding two pickleball courts

“We are thrilled to see this transformation take shape,” said Mayor Danielle Moore. “This revitalized park will serve as a beautiful gathering space for residents and visitors of all ages.”

“We’re proud to help bring the Phipps family’s vision to life,” added Betsy Shiverick, Chairman of the Preservation Foundation. “This project celebrates Palm Beach’s natural heritage and creates exciting opportunities for outdoor learning and leisure.”

Plans and additional details are available at palmbeachpreservation.org/phippsoceanpark.

For more information, please email Carolyn Stone.