Liberty Park Cultural Landscape Report and Vision Plan
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Project Description
Identified as a priority in the Reimagine Nature Master Plan, the Cultural Landscape Report and Vision Plan are being developed by Mundus Bishop Design, Inc. with guidance from SLC Public Lands staff. These two documents will guide the preservation and future use of Liberty Park.
The Cultural Landscape Report (CLR) is a document that will analyze and record the historical significance, features, and current condition of Liberty Park’s landscape, and how it has been used over the years. It will examine everything from the park’s cultural heritage and landforms to changes made over time.
Using the Cultural Landscape Report, along with community input and city goals, a Vision Plan will be developed to guide the park’s future. This 10-year plan will focus on how to preserve historically significant aspects of the park, outline goals and guiding principals, and implementation strategies to ensure the park meets accessibility and sustainability standards to keep Liberty Park a vibrant and welcoming space for everyone.
Project Details
Project Location
600 Harvey Milk Blvd, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Project Manager
Kathryn Sonntag
Kathryn.Sonntag@slc.gov
Project Status
Research & Developing project’s scope of work
History of Liberty Park
Liberty Park is a significant landmark in Salt Lake City, and in Utah. It was first listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, and it is the oldest park in Utah. Purchased by Salt Lake City from Brigham Young Estate on April 20,1881, the City paid $27,000 for the land which included 100 acres.
The farm that later became Liberty Park, was originally owned by Issac Chase. The old farm included the operation of a grist mill on the site. The grist mill is now known as The Isaac Chase Mill, and is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is the only remaining grist mill in Salt Lake City that is still in its original location. (Source: Liberty Park Site Planning Workshop Report).
Project Updates
Cultural Landscape Report in Development!
Consultants have been working with Salt lake City staff to collect data and existing records of Liberty Park. This information will be used to develop the site history, existing conditions, and landscape treatment.
In the spring of 2025, public engagement opportunities will be available to share our findings and to begin developing the Vision Plan.
Public Engagement Events Coming Spring 2025!
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Project Timeline
Liberty Park’s Cultural Landscape Report will be developed from fall of 2024 to Fall of 2025. Simultaneously, the Vision Plan will begin Spring of 2025 and be completed end of 2026. Below is a high-level overview of the project’s key stages.
Develop the project’s scope of work and Cultural Landscape Report.
First Public Input Opportunity: Share CLR insights, project overview, and develop vision/values.
Evaluate public feedback.
Develop Vision Plan alternatives.
Second Public Input Opportunity: Present vision plan alternatives for feedback.
Revise preferred plan.
Present Vision Plan.
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