Park Updates Blog
If you’ve met neighbors at the playground, sat under the shade during a festival or strolled along the winding paths, you know John Howell Park is central to our neighborhood. Thanks to the support of neighbors across every corner of VaHi, we’re closer than ever to giving it the upgrades it deserves – a safer,…
Nearly 40 years ago, a committed group of neighbors created John Howell Park on land saved from the I-485 freeway project that razed 11 homes on Virginia Avenue and threatened to cut through our historic neighborhood. Now, it’s our turn to revitalize the park for future generations. Whether you enjoy the park for festivals, yoga,…
March 28, 2024 marked the 20th anniversary of the dedication of the Cunard Memorial Playground, a space that has become an essential part of John Howell Memorial Park and a reflection of the Virginia-Highland community’s resilience and care. Built in 2004, the playground was created in memory of Lisa Cunard and her two young sons,…