Construction underway for Gore Park
A new revitalization plan for one of Hamilton’s important civic spaces is currently underway, with hopes of opening later this year. Gore Park will no doubt soon become one of Hamilton’s favorite urban parks.
Located in Hamilton’s core, the park revitalization will include a 97-meter long, triangular strip on the south side of King Street East between Hughson and James. The urban style park will feature approximately 35 vendors in an attempt to give the civic space an urban look and feel.
Gore Park will be turned into a pedestrian-friendly park with room for vendors, seating, planting, and strolling. It will be designed in a Victorian style to reflect the surrounding architecture; a return to the design of the 1800s. The statue of Queen Victoria, as well as the fountain, will be incorporated into the new design, while the state of John A. MacDonald will be relocated across the street.
Le’Ann Seely, who is managing the project, believes that some people previously felt unsafe in Gore Park, particularly at night. The new design will ensure that all pedestrian routes are cleared of vegetation, are highly visible, and are well-lit by pedestrian-scale lighting.
Promotional material, such as flyer printing, poster printing, and brochures for businesses adjacent to or near Gore Park could be creatively designed to incorporate the image of the new park. Graphics could include a bird’s-eye view of the park and surrounding businesses, showing that it is the gateway to the downtown Hamilton core.
The plan for Gore Park can be viewed on the City of Hamilton website.
Located in Hamilton’s core, the park revitalization will include a 97-meter long, triangular strip on the south side of King Street East between Hughson and James. The urban style park will feature approximately 35 vendors in an attempt to give the civic space an urban look and feel.
Gore Park will be turned into a pedestrian-friendly park with room for vendors, seating, planting, and strolling. It will be designed in a Victorian style to reflect the surrounding architecture; a return to the design of the 1800s. The statue of Queen Victoria, as well as the fountain, will be incorporated into the new design, while the state of John A. MacDonald will be relocated across the street.
Le’Ann Seely, who is managing the project, believes that some people previously felt unsafe in Gore Park, particularly at night. The new design will ensure that all pedestrian routes are cleared of vegetation, are highly visible, and are well-lit by pedestrian-scale lighting.
Promotional material, such as flyer printing, poster printing, and brochures for businesses adjacent to or near Gore Park could be creatively designed to incorporate the image of the new park. Graphics could include a bird’s-eye view of the park and surrounding businesses, showing that it is the gateway to the downtown Hamilton core.
The plan for Gore Park can be viewed on the City of Hamilton website.