A former Illinois elementary school closed in 2014; its site has now become a $1.35 million fully accessible park with an inclusive playground, walking paths and a new splash pad

A former Illinois elementary school closed in 2014; its site has now become a $1.35 million fully accessible park with an inclusive playground, walking paths and a new splash pad

On August 26, Galesburg proudly unveiled Cooke Park, a fully accessible neighborhood space built on the site of the former Cooke Elementary School. This ambitious $1.352 million project features an inclusive playground and splash pad, showcasing the community's dedication to inclusivity. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by local officials and community leaders, marking a significant partnership between the government and residents.

A former Illinois elementary school closed in 2014; its site has now become a $1.35 million fully accessible park with an inclusive playground, walking paths and a new splash pad - THE LOCAL REPORT ARTICLES

On August 26 at 11:30, roughly 75 people gathered at Cooke Park for the official ribbon-cutting, capping a years-long transformation of the former Cooke Elementary School property into a fully accessible neighbourhood park. The ceremony, conducted by the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce, took place with the new splash pad running behind the crowd, water […] The post A former Illinois elementary school closed in 2014; its site has now become a …