Trojan Park scheduled to open October 8, 2016
Ashburn, Va. (June 21, 2016) — The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and Great Rivers Greenway are excited to announce that construction is underway on Trojan Park, a new community park being built in Wellston, Mo., along the St. Vincent Greenway. Part of NRPA’s Parks Build Community initiative, the park is coming together thanks to the generous support of sponsors, national vendors and local companies alike. The new park will be unveiled October 8, 2016, during the NRPA Annual Conference in St. Louis.
“This is an exciting step in the process to transform a once vacant lot into a vibrant public space that will be treasured for generations to come,” said Barbara Tulipane, NRPA President and CEO. “The new park will bring together residents of all ages, creating a greater sense of community and opportunities for improved health and wellness overall.”
“Trojan Park will not only foster connections within the City of Wellston, but also with the broader community as it connects to the St. Vincent Greenway,” said Susan Trautman, Great Rivers Greenway Executive Director and NRPA Board Chair. “Residents of all ages are going to love this new green space where they can be active, enjoy fresh air, and get to know their neighbors. We are excited to see Trojan Park starting to come to life!”
In addition to Great Rivers Greenway, NRPA is working closely with the city of Wellston to bring Trojan Park to life. Plans for the park include a state-of-the-art playground, basketball court, splash pad and family picnic areas complete with shade structures. Community members are encouraged to attend the park’s opening ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016, at 10 a.m.
NRPA’s Parks Build Community is a national initiative aimed at demonstrating the transformative value of parks on the health and vitality of communities across America. To learn more about the Parks Build Community initiative, watch this video and follow the hashtag #ParksBuildCommunity.
Learn more about the Trojan Park project and see a complete list of sponsors.
To learn more about the NRPA, visit www.nrpa.org.
To learn more about Great Rivers Greenway, visit www.greatriversgreenway.org.
About The National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of 50,000 recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles, conservation initiatives and equitable access to parks and public space. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.
About Great Rivers Greenway
Great Rivers Greenway is a regional parks and trails district created by a vote of the people to connect St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County. The organization is making the St. Louis region an even better place to live by connecting our region with greenways to conserve natural resources, enhance our economy and improve our quality of life with more transportation and recreation options. For more information, visit www.greatriversgreenway.org.
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