City officials gathered Tuesday morning to cut the ribbon on Lincoln’s first fully inclusive playground in Mahoney Park near North 70th and Fremont streets.
The nearly 34,000 square-foot fenced area is five times larger than the previous playground and includes a pathway loop to access different play zones, open green space, and sensory gardens. The design includes a centralized shade shelter, drinking fountain, interactive water table, and new play equipment to provide accessible and inclusive play experiences such as swinging, sliding, rocking, climbing, balancing, imaginative play, and fitness.
Inclusive playground design includes physical accommodations that provide access and specialized equipment to meet certain needs, as well as provide opportunities for everyone to explore and play with children and adults who may have different levels of ability…