Department: Parks and Recreation
Neighborhood invited to preview Magnolia Park improvements
A drop-by event to review the scope of the project will be held at the park on Saturday, December 4, 3-5 p.m. Fun activities will be available for children who attend!
Asheville Parks & Recreation announces Holiday Camp for local youth
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Wellness
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WNC Nature Center earns accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
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WNC Nature Center wins education award for Young Naturalists teen program
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Check out Asheville Parks & Recreation Festival of Frights!
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Jake Rusher Park – Bond Project
Recent improvements to Jake Rusher Park in south Asheville will be complete with the installation of playable art in the late spring of 2022.
Azalea Park Pond
The City of Asheville Parks & Recreation Department has contracted with Wildlands Engineering, Inc. to complete an assessment and provide preliminary design information of improvements to ensure the long term integrity of the pond, enhance public safety and explore recreational and ecological opportunities that may be compatible with proposed improvements.
Walton Street Park
In collaboration with the Southside community, the City of Asheville aims to preserve the historic character of Walton Street Pool by retaining key architectural elements and honoring its legacy through a vibrant reimagined use that integrates modern amenities while respecting the pool and bathhouse's historic fabric to serve the surrounding neighborhood and be enjoyed for generations to come.