In 1954, the Rosemont Civic Association established as its first task the development of this "rustic" park area and playground on the City owned land behind Maury School. In the early 1970s the park was re-developed and re-named in honor of Miss Lillian Beach, the Principal of Maury School. 

Today, many mature oak, maple trees, dogwoods, and locust trees are planted on site. Beach Park has been adopted by the Rosemont Citizens' Association.