Earlier this summer, on June 7, Gateway Plaza at FDR Park was officially unveiled, marking the first major milestone in the park’s $250 million master plan. The renovation transformed the main entrance at Broad Street and Pattison Avenue, strengthening the connection between public transit and the park.
I attended the preview party a few days before the ribbon cutting. Key features included a new “FDR” photogenic sign, 28 shaded benches (many designed for both gatherings and fitness), motion-sensor lighting, misters, bike racks, and an ADA-accessible walkway.
Landscaping efforts added 81 native trees to replace aging ones, along with new plantings, rain gardens, and redesigned grading to improve storm water management.
Darren Fava, Parks & Recreation, Cari Feiler Bender, PR Extrodinaire – Relief Communications, Susan Slawson, Commissioner · Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, guest and Ra’Chelle Rogers, Parks & Recreation.
Thanks you so much to Parks & Recreation for painting the white grid lines in front of the Art Museum and Logan Circle, black. I mentioned to Ra’Chelle at this event of the dangerous interpretation, as tourists were mistaking them for crosswalks and then playing frogger to cross the street. Something I had tried to get correct in the Kenny administration, but to no avail. They look great and no one is crossing in the middle of the block anymore. Thanks!!
I love to bird watch at FDR park. Their is an Eagles nest near the meadows, and a Green Heron was recently spotted in the wetlands. Very exciting to us birders.
Sixers Drum Line
The two-day Make the World Better Concert which kicks off tonight at FDR Park with Boygenius’ Lucy Dacus headlining Friday’s festivities. In between concert days, Diplo’s Run Club is debuting in Philadelphia where Diplo made a name for himself throwing his infamous Hollertronix parties & the Mad Decent Block Party! All the events this weekend support Barwin’s Make The World Better Foundation.
Make The World Better (MTWB) connects people and inspires community stewardship through the revitalization of public spaces. Guided by the belief that every community thrives when all people have access to high-quality spaces, MTWB focuses on creating safe, inclusive environments for recreation, sports, and the arts.
FDR Park has so much to offer, following them on their Instagram for a schedule of fun.
