The Washington Canal Park will bring to mind the grand
parks of other great U.S. and European cities. It
is envisioned to be a place for people to come together
or to find a place for quiet reflection - an oasis
in the city with green space, trees, water and water
features, attractive lighting, pedestrian pathways,
and opportunities to sit alone or with others.
Visitors to Canal Park will spread a blanket for a
picnic or enjoy people watching at a sidewalk café.
They might take advantage of an outdoor musical performance
or sit quietly with a book. Families with children,
singles, office workers and students will all make
use of the park and should find within it amenities
to appeal to their ages and interests. With the revitalization
of the near Southeast neighborhood and the influx
of retail establishments, Canal Park will become a
destination as well as a neighborhood park.
