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Piedmont Park Celebrates 120th Anniversary, Reserve Leaders Discuss New Projects and Initiatives – WSB-TV Channel 2

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ATLANTA — Piedmont Park is arguably one of Atlanta’s most treasured assets.

Now in its 120th year, Channel 2’s Justin Farmer I took a look at Piedmont Park before this year’s celebrations.

Even before it was named Piedmont Park, the Midtown land that would become this beloved green space was special.

This is the site of the first ever game between the University of Georgia and Auburn University in 1892.

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In the decades since, the park has evolved enormously. After some very difficult years in the 1970s and 1980s, the park has experienced a wonderful renaissance, under the leadership of its stewards, the Piedmont Park Conservancy.

“It’s exciting. We’re celebrating our 35th anniversary right now,” said Marshal Eagle, the Conservancy’s chief operating officer.

Eagle shared some of the current projects with Channel 2 Action News as the organization guides Piedmont Park into the next phase of its future.

“We have about $2.5 million in deferred maintenance and other infrastructure and facility projects that are ongoing,” Eagle said. “Some of that is landscaping improvements to our entrances to the park.”

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Farmer, who hosted the Conservancy’s Landmark Luncheon in April, also learned that the entire pool area at Piedmont Park will be improved with a new shade structure being built and a pool resurfacing project.

Among the monstrous oaks and beautiful lawns, one of Piedmont Park’s favorite spots is the Oval.

“I would say the active oval would probably be my favorite,” said park visitor Joseph Fulton. Channel 2 Action News“I used to go out and train a lot there. It’s always nice to see some camaraderie between the others.”

Atlantans and visitors from all walks of life, as well as their pets, can find something to suit them among these 200 acres, which is why the park should be admired and respected.

“We try to give the park some love the rest of the year. But we’re going to keep going. The park is a beautiful place to visit. Take some time for yourself and unwind. I just recommend it during the summer,” Eagle said.

Farmer said that as an Atlanta native, he knows Piedmont Park can be beautiful in all four seasons, from the gorgeous fall foliage to the brilliant spring blooms or sweating in the summer and experiencing a magical winter vacation.

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