History
Gold Medal Park, which opened in May of 2007, is among Minneapolis' newest parks. The area was a gathering place for Minnesotans in the aftermath of the I-35W bridge collapse that occurred on August 1, 2007.
General Information
This 7.5 acre park in the heart of the St. Anthony Falls area contains a 32' tall mound whose top may be accessed by a spiral sidewalk. At the top there is seating amidst a grove of trees with good views of the Mississippi River, the historic Stone Arch Bridge, Guthrie Theater, and the historic milling district. The memorial for the I-35 bridge collapse was built across Gold Medal Park.
Activities: Walking, good views of the historic milling district and the Mississippi River.
Hours: 6 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., unless otherwise posted.
Contact Information: Call Minneapolis Parks and Recreation at 612-230-6400.
