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Shepherd Parkway- Parkland Playground Rehabilitation Plan
National Capital Parks - East » Shepherd Parkway- Parkland Playground Rehabilitation Plan » Document List
In 2020, the NPS published a development concept plan for Shepherd Parkway, in which the community and NPS prioritized Parkland as an area for improvement. In 2022, the NPS invited public comment on two design concepts for Parkland. The revised design reflects community needs for the park to accommodate both children and adults while preserving the existing mature tree canopy throughout the park. The plan proposes an expanded playground area; incorporating play equipment for children ages 2 through 5 years and 6 through 12 years. The plan also proposes expansion and upgrades of the plaza to accommodate daily use and permitted special events. Community garden boxes, picnic areas with a grill, seating, lighting, public art, and trail connections are also features of the revised design.
The NPS anticipates construction for improvements at Parkland will begin summer 2025.
To get more information and updates on the project: explore the Document List tab to the upper left of this page.
Contact Information
National Capital Parks - East, Office of the Superintendent1900 Anacostia Dr. SE
Washington DC 20020
Phone: (202)692-6000
NACE_Superintendent@NPS.Gov