Mayor Hogsett, Indy Parks, and Friends of Garfield Park Break Ground on Sunken Garden Renovation
INDIANAPOLIS – Today Mayor Joe Hogsett joined Indy Parks and the Friends of Garfield Park for a groundbreaking ceremony at the Garfield Park Sunken Gardens. The project will focus on renovating the fountains located throughout the Sunken Gardens. For more than a century, visitors have enjoyed these fountains designed by renowned landscape architect George Kessler. The renovation is part of the $5.5 million Lilly Endowment investment in Garfield Park, which also includes funding for a new playground and improvements to the Pagoda.
“When we talk about Garfield Park and the Sunken Garden fountains, what we are really talking about is the spirit of Indianapolis – the places that make up our city’s identity,” said Mayor Joe Hogsett. “Thanks to the Friends of Garfield Park and the Lilly Endowment, we are able to restore these fountains to their original beauty.”
The Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden were built in 1916 as a major expansion of the city’s oldest park, first established in 1873. Today, the 10,000 square-foot Conservatory houses tropical plants and waterfalls and hosts several horticultural shows throughout the year. The Sunken Garden is a 3-acre formal garden with fountains that will be the focus of the renovation project.
“The Sunken Garden and Conservatory are not only a great place for enjoying and learning about plants and nature, but also a quiet and mindful spot, said Indy Parks Director Phyllis Boyd. “When we think about the role of parks and public spaces in mental health, spaces like this become even more impactful. During the rush of everyday life, it’s crucial to have mindful places for quiet and peaceful reflection like the Sunken Gardens.”
“The Friends of Garfield Park have always taken a special interest in the fountains, and we are thrilled to have construction starting this summer,” said President of the Friends of Garfield Park Lynda Burrello. “It is our goal to bring the fountains back even better than before because they belong to everyone.”
More information is available here: Garfield Park, Conservatory and Sunken Gardens, and Friends of Garfield Park.
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