Project Location: Lipe Art Park, 1003 West Fayette Street, 13204
Project scope: Lipe Art Park, Syracuse’s first official art park, is undergoing a revitalization effort to restore its pathways, enhance accessibility, and reinforce its role as a cultural landmark. Once an abandoned rail yard, the park has a rich history tied to innovation and social justice, notably serving as the site of an 1852 anti-slavery rally where Frederick Douglass spoke. This project aims to improve the park’s infrastructure while preserving its place in Syracuse's historic landscape. To further promote public art, five precast concrete T-Panels, each measuring 4 feet wide by 10 feet tall, will be installed to serve as rotating mural surfaces. Additionally, a new flagpole will be erected, symbolizing the community’s dedication to supporting artists and creative expression within the neighborhood.
Funding Source: Parks Capital Improvement Funds 2024/35
Project Timeline: The timeline is subject to change due to contractor schedules, material availability and weather.
Projected Completion Date: 2025
Questions? Contact ParksPlanning@syr.gov
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1003 West Fayette Street , 13204