Indy Parks and The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis are leading a transformation of the 25-acre park, guided by ideas shaped with Haughville residents. The project will expand access to nature and recreation while honoring the neighborhood’s history and the legacy of Reverend Mozel Sanders.

The Bezos Earth Fund is providing a $10 million grant through its Greening America’s Cities initiative. The total project budget is $10.6 million, including $600,000 from the Indy Parks Capital Budget. Central Indiana Community Foundation is administering the grant as fiscal sponsor for The Parks Alliance; Indy Parks will lead project execution.

• Trails & access: Two miles of new trails, including the Haughville Resilience Trail, connecting to the Central White River Trail and regional greenways.
• Wetlands & trees: Restore native wetlands, plant more than 400 trees and add green stormwater systems designed to filter an estimated 1.2 million gallons each year.
• Farm & orchard: Create a community farm and orchard that support growing, learning and gathering close to home.
• Play & gathering: Add multi-use fields, sports courts, gathering lawns, public art, interpretive signs and essential park infrastructure.

• Fall 2026: Design and engineering begin.
• 2027: Construction is anticipated to begin.
• 2029: Substantial completion is expected.

*Dates reflect the current anticipated schedule and may be updated as design and construction advance.