Dix Plaza & Plaza Play Area

Address

2105 Umstead Dr
Raleigh, NC 27603

Details

The Plaza & Play is approximately 12 acres and sits on the southern edge of the park and will become the main entrance to Dix Park along Lake Wheeler Road, welcoming visitors travelling from around the City and across the State. 

As described in the Dorothea Dix Park Master Plan, the Plaza & Play aspires to be an inviting and inspiring public space for all ages with one of a kind play spaces, a civic plaza, fountains, gardens, and areas to cookout and relax with family and friends.  The history of the site will come alive through public art, interpretive signage, and a rehabilitated historic house.  

The project design will rely upon and build from analyses, priorities, and recommendations as defined by the Dorothea Dix Park Master Plan, approved by the Raleigh City Council on February 19, 2019.

For More Information

Contact: Grayson Maughan – Senior Park Planner, Project Manager at (919) 996-4793 or grayson.maughan@raleighnc.gov