Quapaw Nation Splash Pad

The Quapaw Nation’s splash pad offers guests an immersive experience celebrating the history and culture of the Quapaw people. To enter, guests pass through an archway inspired by the long houses traditionally used by the Quapaw.
The soft surface of the pad has different shades of green, each representing one of the tribes, interwoven with paths of blue that symbolize the rivers alongside which the Quapaw have historically settled. Throughout the pad, signs display the names of the tribes and their meanings, providing an educational component to the experience.
Adjacent to a children’s facility, the pad includes an outdoor classroom space. The entire area is enclosed with fencing for safety, and restrooms are conveniently accessible to both the splash pad and a nearby dry recreation playground. The flushed ground sprays have custom covers depicting various symbolic animals. Adding to the sensory experience, speakers are discreetly placed around the pad, playing the sounds of a thunderstorm periodically, offering a serene and authentic ambiance.