Robert W. Crawford, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Robert W. Crawford

American government official (1906-1995)

Date of Birth: 11-Apr-1906

Place of Birth: Maryland, United States

Date of Death: 11-Apr-1995

Profession: official

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Robert Wilson Crawford (April 11, 1906 – April 11, 1995) was an American pioneer of public park policy and served in the park and recreation field for over forty years.
As the "Commissioner of Recreation" in Philadelphia, he established a national model for local government’s provision of recreational services for all citizens and his methods have been copied in cities nationwide.Crawford was instrumental in establishing them as recreational areas for beneficial activities for the community.
Crawford was President of the National Recreation and Park Association and life member of its trustees board. He was co-founder and former executive director of the National Recreation Foundation.
Philadelphia's recreational facilities grew from 94 to 815 under Crawford's leadership.
He is credited with developing programs for the elderly, preschoolers, and the handicapped.Crawford was one of the foremost distinguished professionals in the park and recreation field and easily one of the most respected researchers and practitioners in this field.