News & Updates
New Trail, Shade Structures, Seating and Shelter Coming to Goat Farm Park
September 6, 2022 The Board of Park Commissioners at their August meeting approved contracts totaling nearly $754,000 to add amenities to improve the visitor experience at Goat Farm Park and to protect the park's signature barn and silo. Funding for ...
Donation to Fund Recreation Amenities at Goat Farm Property
Jan. 22, 2021 Bloomington, Ind. - A recent donation to the Bloomington Parks Foundation will fund the creation of a master plan for, and allow for the development of passive recreation amenities in, the city park known as the "Goat Farm". The 33-acre Goat Farm ...
Foundation to Fund Clear Creek Trailhead Sculpture
Under the direction of the Bloomington Arts Commission, the Bloomington Parks Foundation will provide significant funding for a new art piece at the Clear Creek Trailhead. This sculpture will provide trailhead signage while adding public art to a wonderful and popular trail. Many thanks to ...
Crestmont Chess Sundays Begin
The Bloomington Parks Foundation is proud to fund a new program started in 2015 by the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department, who runs successful after-school programs for students at Fairview. Recently, the after-school program has included a chess club. Numerous community volunteers give their time ...
Double Market Bucks Program Now Starting 3rd Year
The Bloomington Parks Foundation is happy to announce that the Double Market Bucks Program of the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market is now beginning it’s 3rd year! Members of our community who receive food assistance funds, also known as SNAP money, will continue to get a ...
