Illuminaria to Light Historic Days Park
Many of you may not know Days Park by name. Many of you might have heard of the park, but are not exactly sure where it is. Days Park is the neighborhood community that is found where Allen Street becomes Wadsworth in Allentown. It's the quaint little park that, at one point not too long ago, was in jeopardy of becoming a forgotten park. The ornate fountain had been stolen, the grounds were in disrepair, the vagrants outnumbered the residents, and the blight was rubbing off on the houses. It was not until the surrounding community, led by activist Mary Simpson, decided to take action that anyone discovered just how tragic the loss had become.
Back in 1986, neighbors rallied together and illuminated the perimeter of the park in order to show solidarity toward eliminating the blight. It was a signal of hope that the community was strong – like a animal that stands taller in order to ward off a threat, the neighbors began to flex a little muscle. It was only after the park awoke from hibernation, that the real work began. The history of the land was researched. The treeless landscape was replanted. The drug dealers were dealt with. And the slumlords were taken care of. It was during this time that the community learned that the park had been designed by none other than Frederick Law Olmsted – talk about a discovery.
Tonight the Days Park community invites you to take part in the symbolic relighting of the perimeter of the gardens. Come join in on a celebratory ritual that continues to remind this reenergized part of the city about the importance of teamwork.
WHAT: Illuminaria in Days Park, candles will light the perimeter of the first garden planted in 1987
WHERE: Days Park, Wadsworth and Allen Streets, Buffalo
WHEN: 5 PM
What Do You Think?
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