Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board announces plan to improve the entrance to Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden

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Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is excited to announce a new plan to improve access and entrance into Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden at Theodore Wirth Regional Park.

The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Entrance Renovation Project looks to renovate and reimagine the entrance into the wildflower garden. This project will improve the entry experience and access from the beginning as soon as visitors exit off Theodore Wirth Parkway all the way through the garden gates. Areas of focus include:

  • Improved walking trails and ADA access to the garden entrance gate from the existing parking lot
  • A public gathering space for outdoor learning and education
  • Enhanced welcoming experience by bringing the garden beyond the renovated entrance gate

The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Renovation Project will build upon the vision outlined with the 2015-approved Theodore Wirth Regional Park Plan. This project will also follow guidance by the 2022 community findings that were developed and recommendations at that time.

This work is being done in tandem with several other improvement projects in the park, including an improved wayfinding system and boardwalk replacement at the Quaking Bog.

Attend an Open House to Learn More

MPRB will host two open house meetings to share more about the project and answer questions. The same information will be presented at both meetings and anyone can attend one or both.

Open House 1
Oct. 2, 4-7 pm

Open House 2
Oct. 4, 9-11:30 am

Both meetings will take place just outside the entrance to Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden near the existing parking lot.

Project Manager

Michael Jones
612-230-6466 | mjones@minneapolisparks.org

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