Knoxville exceeds the national average of land used specifically for parks and greenspaces. Legacy Parks works proactively to facilitate projects that contribute to this dedication to the outdoors. By doing …
The team that makes it happen
Sometimes I’m asked how Legacy Parks manages all of our projects. It’s simple. Look at our team:
Board of Advisors:
John Becker
Bart Carey
Pete Claussen
Steve Fritts
Missy Kane
Mark Mamantov
David Martin
Don Parnell
Sharon Pryse
Tommy Schumpert
Cassandra Stuart
Susan …
Angora Frog Farm starts to take shape
Angora Frog Farm, the 12-acre woodland on Brickyard Road in Powell, has seen a recent flurry of volunteers. The layout has been confirmed and the play structures ordered. We’re meeting …
Holiday spirit abounds
Homes are sporting lights and decorations; KUB is probably cheering. Skaters are enjoying Holidays on Ice at Market Square; and everyone loves the lights at Krutch Park.
Here are a few …
Holiday Festival of Lights at The Cove
This is shortest and prettiest hike you will take this year. I guarantee it.
Employees of Knox County Parks & Rec have installed lights around a ¾-mile greenway trail (previously a …
Tour de Lights: Colorful and fun
Join us for the last Mountain Commerce Challenge event as we end the year with a festive celebration! We will decorate our bikes together and join the Tour de Lights …
Back to Angora Frog Farm
Now that Thanksgiving is past, we’ll get back to work Monday to finish Knox County’s next park – the Angora Frog Farm on land donated by Arvin and Sabra Brown. …
Come work and play at Seven Islands
Seven Islands State Birding Park is a regional treasure. More than 190 species of birds have been sighted there, according to the state Department of Environment and Conservation, which oversees …