Tench Tilghman Early Learning Play Space

600 N Patterson Park Avenue
Neighborhood: Care

The early learners' area at Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle School was once an asphalt pad enclosed by a chain-link fence, with no play equipment and only a few struggling weeds. This spot was identified as a prime space for a safe, engaging play area accessible from preschool classrooms.

Recognizing the need, principal Candace Purcell-Nixon and local leaders from the Southeast CDC, funded by a Maryland State Bond Bill awarded to Southeast CDC, initiated the project. Parks & People managed the design and implementation, transforming the area into a vibrant play and garden space for students.

From concreate to creative play space

 

Tench Tilghman Early Learning Play Space

Address: 600 N Patterson Park Avenue

Neighborhood: Care

Project Type: Post-Demolition Pocket Park

Residents within a 0.25 mile radius: 10,500

Size: 10,500 sq ft

Project Partners:

  • Baltimore City Public Schools

  • Southeast CDC 

  • EnviroCollab

  • Ruppert Landscape

  • SolRaya

Tench Tilghman Early Learning Play Space Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

People stand in front of a vibrant early learning play space holding a green ribbon and giant scissors

Parks & People’s mission is to improve Baltimore through green space and education.