Winchendon Community Park

Winchendon, Massachusetts

Nestled along the shore of the picturesque Whitney Pond, the 43-acre Winchendon Community Park site is poised to become a vibrant outdoor cultural hub. The master plan design built upon site assets: the dramatic waterside topography, rich woodland environs, a historic carriage road and existing buildings one of which will be repurposed as a community center.

At the heart of the project is a dynamic outdoor amphitheatre, designed for day and nightime performances amidst a scenic, natural backdrop. Stone seatwalls define swaths of terraced lawn that comfortably seat up to 300. Accessible paths connect the public plaza at the top of the amphitheatre (perfect for food trucks) to the lower amphitheatre levels and stage. The stage and amphitheatre are ideal for hosting performances, graduations, outdoor learning events, movie nights and more.

Additional features include a pond overlook, kayak launch, and multi-purpose soccer field. Flexible lighting strategies enhance both safety and delight of the space while passive stormwater management and a native plant palette underscore a light touch on site.

LOCATION
Winchendon, MA

CLIENT
Town of Winchendon

STATUS
Completed 2023

SCOPE
Landscape Architecture, Master Planning