For the Tomahawk Leader
TOMAHAWK – The public is invited to attend the grand opening ceremony for the newly-renovated Washington Square Park, also known as “Our Dream Park.”
A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at the park, located at 18 E. Washington Ave., Tomahawk, on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. The park will be open to the public.
The park includes an all-inclusive playground with a base made from rubberized surfacing, a splash pad and a resurfaced basketball area.
Some of the playground features include a duo zip line, a serenity area, a musical component, a multiuser swing and an indefinitely modular play structure for ages 2-5 and 5-12, as well as a fitness area for those 12 and older.
The splash pad is a “pass through” water system designed with features of the Northwoods, including an oak tree with a small water dump, spray jets from the ground, a pine tree, fish, a butterfly and other fun water features. There are play areas designed for toddlers, families and teens.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements, as well as upgrades to infrastructure, lighting, fencing, walkways, seating, shade structures and parking, have also been made to the park.
A release from the City of Tomahawk said the improvements were made possible from generous monetary and in-kind donations from individuals, businesses and foundations.
“The new playground is designed for children of all ages and all abilities,” the release stated. “Tomahawk Together worked with a Wisconsin-based company, Lee Recreation LLC, to make this all-inclusive playground not just a ‘dream’ for Tomahawk, but a reality.”
