Since 1994, Durham Central Park has been a beloved community gathering space, welcoming thousands of visitors each year.
The park hosts concerts, food trucks and quirky events like Pi Day. It’s home to the farmers’ market, Mount Merrill children’s play area, and Durham Skate Park. For the past three years, it’s been part of the Bullpen, a social district where people may drink outdoors.
Now, to better serve a growing population, Durham Parks and Recreation is partnering with John R. McAdams to reimagine the 5-acre park. The firm is behind other city projects, such as the Durham Rail Trail and the new Public Works Department building…