Overview

Origin Park's Phase I establishes a conservancy-driven iconic public landscape that will elevate Southern Indiana's position as a community of excellence with an unparalleled quality of life for all local residents. The park will reshape and heal an urban and blighted waterfront, converting it to a landscape that will host millions of guests per year, interpret our unique cultural diversity and heritage, support walkable neighborhoods attractive for families and businesses, and help protect the region against the impact of Ohio River flooding. Phase I includes the region’s first special events center on the Ohio River, three miles of new roadways with private sector multi-use and infill development opportunities, trails, architectural features, restrooms, trailheads, parking, and artist-in-resident resources. Phase I addresses the park’s first 150 acres. The READI funds will be used for the Event Center construction expenses (demolition, earth work, utilities, drainage systems, signage, roadway and parking areas, trails and gardens, the Event Center building, an open-air pavilion, plantings, and landscape improvements). Supporting partners include Town of Clarksville, Blue Sky Foundation, Ogle Foundation, and numerous others. Approximate timeline is April 2022 through October 2026. Intended Outcomes: Attracting and retaining talent, increasing home value, spurring economic growth and creating quality jobs, improving community health measures and workforce productivity.