New pocket park opens on Laclede's Landing; offers disc golf, views
- samanthasmugala
- Oct 11, 2024
- 1 min read
Pocketparks, a nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing underused spaces, has unveiled its sixth park: the Laclede’s Landing Active Art Park and Disc Golf Putting Course. Located at 617 N. Leonor K. Sullivan Boulevard, this innovative park features art sculptures crafted from recycled bicycle parts, serving as creative obstacles for the disc golf course. The sculptures were commissioned from STL Artworks, a local organization that engages youth in art projects. The park also includes historic columns repurposed as benches and barriers to enhance safety and aesthetics. The grand opening on October 10, 2024, was celebrated with live music, food vendors, and activities for the community.
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This project was commissioned by the Laclede’s Landing Neighborhood Association and Missouri Main Street Connection, with support from sponsors such as Square, Cash App, Greater St. Louis Inc., Gateway Disc Sports, IMC Outdoor Living, and Pattan & Co. Public Relations.
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The park's development was expedited through an "Overnight Placemaking" initiative, where over 120 volunteers from the Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference collaborated to complete the park's features in just a few hours.
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The Laclede’s Landing Active Art Park exemplifies Pocketparks' mission to transform vacant lots into vibrant community hubs, fostering engagement and beautification in St. Louis neighborhoods.
For more information, visit Pocketparks' official website.
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