[1] The park consists of the Chautauqua Auditorium, Asa Platt gates, Metcalf cabin, a fish house, a small stone bridge, and a shelter house.

[2] The Sac City Chautauqua Association was formed in December, 1904 with 120 people buying subscriptions.

[2] The Des Moines architectural firm of Proudfoot & Bird designed the auditorium and it was built by local contractor W.J.

The gates are named for Asa Platt, who built the first house in Sac City and was known for his philanthropy, including the local Chautauquas.

A fish pond was located near the auditorium, and the stone walking bridge crossed it.