Discover Dix Park’s new Wi-Fi-enabled benches, offering free internet access at key locations across the park. Relax, work, or stay connected while enjoying the natural beauty of Raleigh's favorite green space.
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In our busy lives filled with so many competing demands, it is sometimes difficult to slow down and take in something that benefits all of us: more Vitamin N (for nature). Dix Park offers numerous opportunities to soak in this vital vitamin source.
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Today, we celebrate the life of Susan C. Garrity, a dear colleague, leader, and friend. As we reflect on her legacy, we find solace in the countless memories and contributions she leaves behind.
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Remembering the work and impact of Dr. Walter Stelle, former Hospital Director at Dorothea Dix Hospital.
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Thanks to a $3MM gift from SECU + a $2MM gift from the SECU Foundation, Dix Park Conservancy will be able to renovate three historic Stone Houses at Dix Park.
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Nicholaus M. Neptune is a civic entrepreneur, advocate, and educator based in Raleigh, North Carolina. As Director of Outreach for the Dix Park Conservancy, he works with the team, city, and region in ensuring the creation of a remarkable civic space that unites and strengthens our growing and diverse community.
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The Dix Park Conservancy is pleased to announce Rob Maddrey will join the organization next month as their Vice President of Development.
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The Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park will provide an opportunity to bring the community together and offer something for everyone. This 18.5-acre area off Lake Wheeler Road will become the welcoming grand entrance for the park and will attract visitors from near and far.
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In partnership with Indigenous community organizers and Dix Park Conservancy, we are excited to announce that Dix Park will host the City of Raleigh’s first ever Inter-Tribal Pow Wow on October 30, 2021! Join us for a day of competition dancing, music, and vendors showcasing the incredible legacy and culture of Indigenous communities living in North Carolina today.
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We invite you to discover the rich and complex history of the land we now know as Dix Park by taking the 2.7-mile self-guided walking (or running or biking) route.
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Projects as big as the 308-acres of Dix Park are more than just park-building projects – they are city and community-building projects, too! The design journey from idea to park is more complex than you might expect.
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NC-based artist Christopher Holt was selected from a pool of applicants to create a site-specific work of art for the Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel, the first indoor public space at the Park slated to open in spring 2021.
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Dix Park Conservancy today announced that Janet Cowell has been named as President and Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Cowell succeeds Sean Malone and officially begins in her new role on January 18.
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