Maya Angelou Tribute in Freedom Park

Freedom Park Conservancy is pleased to announce that Stan Herd will be installing a tribute to Maya Angelou  “And Still – I Rise” portrait earthwork of Maya Angelou in Freedom Park at the Meadow at Moreland Avenue in the coming days. This project was sponsored by the City Park Department and the Mayor’s Office of […]

A Tribute to Beloved Board Member and Friend Nancy Boyd

The Nancy Boyd Freedom Park Conservancy Art Fund will be used for curated, collaborative, and site-specific installations in Freedom Park, Atlanta’s Art Park. In alignment with the vision set out in the Master Plan, art in the park aims to spark curiosity about our history and kindle dialogue between friends and neighbors. These conversations, as well as the joy of experiencing creative expression, help to enrich our appreciation and understanding of community.

Sowing the Imagination

In 2021, National Black Arts programming theme “Rising Above” explores how we collectively collaborate and ascend in unity. We are excited to present, Sowing the Imagination, in partnership with Freedom Park Conservancy. This is a virtual experience that gives a behind the scenes look at the creation of the site-specific temporary art installation at Freedom Park […]

Blooming Forest for John Lewis

300 Blooming Trees to Establish Spectacular Tree Tribute to Congressman John Lewis Flowering Forest – a Tree Tribute to Civil Rights Leader John Lewis Honoring a life-long legacy of public service, a living tree tribute is being created in memorial to the late Congressman John Lewis in Freedom Park. Hundreds of blooming plants, including over […]

John Lewis, Friend of Freedom

John Lewis was a legitimate super hero and his super power was his ability to cause good trouble and inspire his fellow Americans.

Dwelling 2019

An exploration of lost landscapes, a site specific art installation with a digital interface that adds to a layered understanding of Freedom Park. Dwelling starts as a line drawing and leads us to an exploration of Atlanta’s lost landscapes. Abandoned stoops, broken sidewalks, historic markers, trails, and Freedom Park’s natural features unfold and invite you […]

Events in Freedom Park

Freedom Park is a City of Atlanta Park and all events in the park must be permitted through the City of Atlanta Park’s Department. Please reach out to them about your event.

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