Remember a few months ago, when we tried to describe the awesomeness of the Waterfront Winterfest, and urged you to check it out quickly and repeatedly? That experience came from the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation in case you forgot. And this summer, it seems, the DRWC will be at it again.
Today a press release found its way to our inbox, announcing the Spruce Street Harbor Park at the Penn's Landing Marina. This two-month pop-up will include the creation of a little pier that has a restaurant, a water garden, and nets that will allow visitors to feel like they're walking on the water in the river without actually having to touch it. On the shore, you'll find a boardwalk, misting areas, some temporary fountains, a hammock garden (!), and an urban beach. Sorry Sugarbeach, there's a new game in town this summer!
Interface Studios, Digsau, and Groundswell Design Group are all involved in the planning process for this project, which looks like it will be a huge asset to the Delaware waterfront this summer. Said David Fierabend from Groundswell, "We're involved because we believe iterative placemaking is the future of urban development and city renewal. By creating these moments along the waterfront we're reconnecting the city to this long forgotten asset…" We couldn't have said it better ourselves, David.
Look for the park to open for business on June 27th. And if you're looking for us at any point this summer, check the hammock garden first.