Kern Park is Now Open!
Kern Park
160 Ivy Drive, Bristol, CT 06010
Additional entrances and access to Kern Park are located off of Primrose Lane and Sims Road
In 2021 the city commissioned a comprehensive master plan of all parks, which included upgrades to Kern Park. Thanks to $300,000 of appropriated American Rescue Plan Funds, the long awaited Kern Park Upgrades have been completed!
These upgrades include:
-Trail Restoration & Repairs
- Blighted Tennis Court Removal
- Educational Kiosks
- Formal Entrance Establishment
- Trail Maps & Markers
- New Pollinator Garden
Grand Opening Celebration - Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Kern Park Gran Opening Celebration
Watch the Ribbon Cutting - August 2024
The Kern Park Grand Opening celebration was held on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. A ceremonial ribbon cutting was held at the Sims Road entrance , followed by a tour of the park. Kern Park is now
Project Documents
Kern Park Improvements
July 2023
Phase 1 Plans
May 2023
Master Plan
May 2023
Design Concept Presentation
May 2023
Engagement Workshop
March 2023
Request for Proposal
October 2022
Project Proposal
October 2022
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