[2] Plans to convert the lands of the former Kallang Airport into public spaces were first announced by then-Minister for National Development Ong Eng Guan as "Project Long" in 1950s.

[4] The park was officially opened on 18 October 1959 by Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour and Law Wee Toon Boon.

The name "Kallang Park" is now preserved in the row of godowns along Jalan Benaan Kapal.

Kallang Park had entertainment facilities for both adults and children, including kart racing, agriculture shows, roller coaster, ferris wheel, nightclub, bowling centre and ice skating rink, among others.

Its most notable feature, however, was perhaps a fountain gifted by the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, noted for its futuristic design.