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Check out the new and improved playground at Franklin Township Community parks and stay tuned for upcoming improvements to the southside of Indianapolis.

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Franklin Township Community Park’s renovation is one of several major Indy Parks improvements across the city.

As its new playground and amenities open, upgrades are also progressing at:

  • Southside Park: New playground, courts, and walkways
  • Tolin Akeman Park: Updated playground, pickleball courts, and trails
  • Perry Park: Playground and hardcourt improvements
  • Thompson Park: Playground, trails, and site updates
  • Garfield Park: Sunken garden fountain repairs plus playground + pagoda upgrades
  • And more

It’s an exciting time for our city’s greenspaces — stay tuned for more improvement news.

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