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Minneapolis' Graco Park Opens Amidst New Era of Riverfront Park Development: New nine-acre park helps restore ecological balance and provide recreational opportunities.

  • Published In: Parks & Recreation, 2025, v. 60, n. 2. P. 13 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Johnson, Ben 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's (MPRB) latest achievement in riverfront park development, a new nine-acre park called Graco Park, Minneapolis. Topics include the revitalization of an industrial site after 20 years of planning; the innovative design of the park featuring public art, walkways and habitat-rich plantings; and the planned central hub for people to enjoy the Mississippi River through environmental education and performances.

Additional Information

  • Source:Parks & Recreation. 2025/02, Vol. 60, Issue 2, p13
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0031-2215
  • Accession Number:182530542

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