The pedestrian bridge at Chickasaw Park is part of the current renovation. | Photo by Olmsted Parks Conservancy
Louisville’s Olmsted Park Conservancy recently received a $5 million anonymous donation to fully renovate Chickasaw Park. It’s the second-largest donation the Conservancy has ever received.
In honor of this historic investment in Louisville’s outdoor infrastructure, let’s take a look at just a few of the parks overseen by the Conservancy. Baxter Square
Louisville’s first public park may not be as big as the three major Olmsted parks, but it was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted’s firm. In addition to basketball hoops and grills, the park features a sprayground and playground for the kiddos.
Chickasaw Park
Fish from the banks of the Ohio in this 61.21-acre park. There’s plenty to get up and do on the baseball field, basketball courts, and tennis courts, and the kids will find fun on the playground and sprayground.
Cherokee Park
In 2021, the Olmsted Parks Conservancy received its single largest donation: $8 million to purchase 25 acres next to this major park. Cherokee’s main feature is the 2.4-mile Scenic Loop, which boasts separate lanes for vehicle traffic and recreational users.
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A 1937 home designed by a renowned Louisville architect is now on the market. Take a step inside the Stratton Hammon home to see a piece of history. (Louisville Business First)
Stat
Would you sit right next to a stranger at a restaurant?90% of Gen Z diners would. According to a new Resy study, communal dining is in. Consider this your cue to meet a new friend at one of Louiville’s buzzy new restaurants. (Business Insider)
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The 2026 Met Gala theme has been revealed: “Costume Art” draws connections between garments and historic art in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. While we wait to see what the stars wear on the first Monday in May, try sourcing art-inspired pieces of your own at Louisville’s secondhand shops. (Associated Press)
Pets
Why are there so many dog breeds? New research suggests the phenomena did not begin as recently as generally believed, and in fact, started 11,000 years ago. Whether you’re rocking a miniature poodle in a handbag, or you’re eye-level with your Irish wolfhound, all shapes and sizes are welcome at Louisville’s dog-friendly spots. (Reuters)
Film
October saw the lowest revenue generated by movie ticket sales in almost three decades — excluding 2020 for obvious reasons. With the holiday season on the horizon, and Oscar season in full swing, we recommend catching a flick at the Speed Cinema. (Variety)
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