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A first look at changes coming to Overton Park

A first look at changes coming to Overton Park

Over the past few years, Overton Park Conservancy has been gathering feedback from the community about how the park fits into their lives, and their vision for its future. Time and again, we heard that the park and its amenities are beloved, and visitors want

Overton Park moves forward

Overton Park moves forward

This story originally appeared in our Fall 2021 newsletter. As we celebrate 50 years since the progress of Interstate 40 through Overton Park was halted by a Supreme Court victory, Overton Park Conservancy is looking toward the next 50 years. Our comprehensive park planning process

Zone 1 Survey Results – Part 2

Zone 1 Survey Results – Part 2

Last week we shared the first set of results from our survey about the future of the east side of the park. The first set of questions covered the entirety of the east side, while the set we’re presenting today covers specific features that might

Zone 1 Survey Results – Part 1 (Text Only)

Zone 1 Survey Results – Part 1 (Text Only)

Back in November, we asked you to help us envision a future for what we’re calling Zone 1 of Overton Park: the attractions on the East Parkway side. Along with the playground and picnic area and the Bike Gate plaza, we’re developing plans for a

Zone 1 Survey Results – Part 1

Zone 1 Survey Results – Part 1

Back in November, we asked you to help us envision a future for what we’re calling Zone 1 of Overton Park: the attractions on the East Parkway side. Along with the playground and picnic area and the Bike Gate plaza, we’re developing plans for a

Golf project FAQ

Golf project FAQ

Press coverage related to the golf project: Daily Memphian: Conservancy proposes major renovation for Overton Park golf course Daily Memphian: Hole-by-hole: Overton Park golf course renovation Golf.com: Why one big-name golf course architect is fiercely tackling a very old, very short muni Daily Memphian: Opinion: