PHOENIX FLIES 2022 | Grant Park: Trees, Trails, History, and Architecture

470 Sydney St SE,Atlanta GA 30312

19 March, 2022

Description

Enjoy this walking tour learning about the park's tree canopy, some of its historic and architectural highlights, and preservation efforts Grant Park is Atlanta's oldest park and was donated to the City by Lemuel Pratt Grant in 1882. Visitors will enjoy learning about the park’s trees and some of its historic and architectural highlights, including the Lion Bridge and the Milledge and Erskine fountains, all recently restored by the Grant Park Conservancy. The Conservancy also cares for the park’s tree canopy (including its many oaks, elms, maples and magnolias) with ongoing canopy and park restoration efforts. Trees Atlanta and the Atlanta Preservation Center are pleased to partner with the Conservancy to support their work in the park. Tour Docent: Kathy Brennan, Trees Atlanta Docent and Grant Park neighbor. Please meet at the picnic tables at the Loomis street entrance on the North end of the park where Sydney St and Loomis St. meet. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing and bring drinking water, bug and sun protection. All Phoenix Flies programs adhere to current City of Atlanta health and safety guidelines. All guests, program partners, and employees must wear CDC approved masks for the duration of their visit.