Durham Central Park

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Durham Central Park is an arts-themed, community-focused, municipal park in downtown Durham, North Carolina. It is located at 502 Foster Street, and is the site of the newly opened Pavilion at Durham Central Park which hosts the Durham Farmers' Market.

[edit] Features of Durham Central Park

Interesting sites at Durham Central Park include:

The Rhein Medall Community Art Award Winning Pieces, on temporary exhibition in the Park

The Bridge over South Ellerbe Creek, crafted by local artisans--at the corner of Foster and Hunt

The Grace Garden and the Butterfly Gardens and Nature Trail--on the East End of the Garden

The Great Lawn--perfect for a quick game of frisbee

[edit] The Pavilion at Durham Central Park

A recent addition to this downtown Park is the Pavilion at Durham Central Park. Construction on the Pavilion was completed in April of 2007, with its grand opening celebrated on April 7th, 2007. The Pavilion at Durham Central Park hosts the Durham Farmers' Market every Saturday morning during the Spring, Summer and Fall. The Pavilion at Durham Central Park is also available for private parties or outdoor events via Durham Central Park, Inc. Durham Central Park, Inc