Indianapolis, IN
Groundbreaking held for east side family center
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Building is now underway at one east facet park within the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood.
Indyparks and group members celebrated the groundbreaking for a brand new household heart at Frederick Douglass park. The 48,000 sq. foot house will characteristic expanded services and far wanted providers for youngsters and households.
“Frederick Douglass Park has been a vital a part of our metropolis and Martindale-Brightwood group since 1921. It has served as a secure house for our black and brown residents notably throughout instances when there weren’t many welcoming areas in Indianapolis. It has additionally been an area the place many stunning reminiscences have been created. This household heart is a direct funding in high quality of life for our neighborhood, mentioned Metropolis County Council Vice President, Zach Adamson.
The $20 million greenback mission is a part of a $45 million greenback fund introduced by Mayor Hogsett in 2021 for park initiatives