Playfront Park - Duluth, MN

25 years ago or so....The Junior League of Duluth raised money to put a playground for children at the Bayfront.  Children of all ages and from all over enjoyed this playground that was named "Playfront".
Our two younger children, along with our Grandson, a toddler in the late 80's and early 90's, had lots of fun playing there.  The original was made of wood, and was very sturdy for a long time, but after 25 years it started showing it's age, and of course by then, more modern and perhaps safer, playground equipment was available.  The Junior League once again, graciously raised almost $250,000 to provide a new Playfront for the children.  A year ago, July the Junior League members, along with Northland volunteers spent a number of weeks in construction the new attraction.  They included equipment, not just for small children, but also older kids to provide them with lots of body exercise.  It was opened in early August, 2010.

Our Grandson has fond memories of Playfront and playing there.  In fact, before the old one was taken down, he came up to climb on it one more time and to reminicse the fun he had.

On Sunday of this past weekend, our 11 year old Granddaughter enjoyed the new one.  I have posted photos of the playground.

One thing I particularly noticed, that is so neat.  Upon walking to it, you think it has black stones on the ground, but it is actually cut up small pieces of rubber tires!  So that when the children fall down, they are not hurt...how clever is that!!!


Just one more neat thing that our Northland children can take advantage of, as well as our tourist families!  Thank you Duluth Junior League and volunteers!!!