Friends of Thomas Lowry Park
 
 

Our Mission:

100 more years.

 
 
 
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Our Mission

Friends of Thomas Lowry Park provides support to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for the tender care of Thomas Lowry Park. FTLP provides funds for gardening supplies, volunteers for gardening help, and other park needs.

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Legacy of Thomas Lowry Park and Seven Pools

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In 1922, Lowry Hill residents petitioned the park board to purchase a triangular parcel of land planned for commercial development. The park board agreed and assessed the cost of the project, over a period of ten years, to Lowry Hill residents. Thomas Lowry Park has had a legacy of public- private partnership from its inception, due to the sacrifice and generosity of Lowry Hill residents.

Under the leadership of park superintendent Theodore Wirth, Phelps Wyman created the historic design of the signature Seven Pools, pergola and brick paths. Since then, this public space has been a backdrop for generations of cherished memories and events….weddings, family pictures, picnics and of course, small feet splashing in the pools!

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Get Involved

Better communities begin with simple decisions to act. Join our team today and together we can provide another 100 years of beauty in Thomas Lowry Park.

 

Volunteer opportunities

Our park is a platform for community building and service. We look forward to seeing you!

Make a Donation

We cannot do this without you. Thank you for your generous support!