July 9, 2012

Over the past two years since the renovation of Washington Park began, I would drive by the construction, either because I was visiting Music Hall, or I was just in the neighborhood and watch in anticipation of what this park would become–what it would mean for the city. Finally on Friday, July 6th we laid witness to the completed project.

This renewed sense of Cincy pride is palpable, so big props to the city and 3CDC for instigating such progress. People are bursting at the seams to show off what the Queen City has to offer.

Alrighty then, let’s show em…

Here are pics I collected from a quick search on facebook and twitter of Washington Park’s Grand Opening:

kids enjoying the fountains on a hot summer day (pic via Washington Park fb)

morning of grand opening (pic via @bholec1 on twitter)

flag artwork (pic via Washington Park fb)

fountains lit up at night (pic via Cheriese Lindsey on fb)

doggie enjoying the new 12,000 sq. foot dog park (pic via Washington Park website)

Welcome to the park (pic via NatalieTaylor11 on instagram)

Taste of Belgium getting in on the fun (via @tasteofbelgium on twitter)

Enjoying a Friday night in the fountains (via Christel Brooks on fb)

these are the moments you can’t create. these are the moments you capture. #thisisotr

Upcoming events at Washington Park

Saturday, July 14: The City Flea
Thursday, July 19: The Bacchanalian Society Summer Gathering
Saturday, July 22: Concert in the park featuring Over the Rhine, CSO, and the Cincinnati Ballet

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