Dr. George Washington Carver Edible Park

With over 40 varieties of fruit and nut trees, a butterfly habitat, and a community garden, many volunteers have helped maintain the nation’s first public food forest since it was developed in 1997.

Features

• Edible foraging
• Off-street parking lot

Parties and Rentals

Special permits may be required to schedule ongoing use, add elements to the park such as tents and inflatables, or host a special event for more than 50 people

History

Learn more about the community-guided process to bring the park to life by reading Park Views: Dr. George Washington Carver Edible Park.