The City of Shawnee, Kansas purchased 34 acres of land, including the historic Garrett House, in 1999. In 2002, the City retained Landplan Engineering to develop a master plan and site improvement plans, and provide construction observation for this park on the west side of the City.
 
The goal of the master plan developed by Landplan is to increase the overall use of the park property by providing opportunities for both active and passive uses. Park elements include:

• A one-mile multi-use recreational trail, with four footbridges and five trailheads, that meanders along a natural creek bank.
   
• A shelter and a small play structure will be located on the east end of the park. A second, larger shelter designed to abstractly resemble a former Garrett Farmstead barn will be located in the central portion of the park.
   
• A multi-purpose practice field is located along the south side of 47th Street. This field provides a green space buffer between the street and the Garrett House. A softball practice field is also provided.
   
• A restroom facility is located at the central portion of the park to provide good access to all activities within the park.
   
• Two parking lots are provided in the park.

The exterior of the Garrett House was restored and ornamental lighting is used throughout the Park to further enhance the historic atmosphere of the park.