PHOENIX — Scottsdale’s McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is open for business after completing several renovations and adding public artwork.
The tourist attraction’s facelift was approved by city residents in 2019, with $13.1 million going primarily toward a splashpad and indoor playground. Both were announced in April, with the 5,000-square-foot splashpad being “the most requested enhancement,” according to a City of Scottsdale press release.
The park, which generates about $2.5 million annually and serves roughly one million guests, hopes to boost its summer tourism from the modern additions. It’s greatest public draw is during October to April.
Details on new artwork at Scottsdale railroad park
A three-dimensional mural, “Parrallel Companion,” handcrafted by Arizona-based artist Kristine Kollasch now sits at the park’s entrance, which was also touched up a bit during the renovation with new seating, restrooms and trees…