Written by: Emma Rodriguez
The Imagination Station in Collegedale has temporarily closed for renovations, as of Nov. 4, according to Local 3 News.
The City of Collegedale anticipates the playground improvements to be completed by mid-December, with a temporary route to help pedestrians avoid the work area, News 12 reported.
The upgrades to Imagination Station include new equipment designed to enhance the play experience for children of all abilities. The planned installations include a modern play structure with inclusive features, sensory wave climbers, an animal trackers panel and a dedicated music area. To ensure a comfortable and accessible family environment, the project will add mushroom seating areas, more benches, shaded picnic tables and safety resurfacing across the playground.
“I am very excited that we are able to renovate Imagination Station and thankful to the Commission for approving the expenditure,” said Collegedale City Manager Wayon Hines in an interview with Local 3 News. “I was a child when Imagination Station was initially constructed, and I remember the excitement at that time. I am elated to see the renovation for the next generation of children to enjoy.”
The project is made possible through GameTime’s National Demonstration Site Grant, a funding source that will cover half the cost of the new playground equipment. This financial support allows Collegedale to enhance the playground’s inclusivity and appeal to a larger community while still managing costs.
Although the Imagination Station will be closed during construction, the city confirmed that the adjacent Wolftever Creek Greenway will remain open. A temporary pedestrian route will keep the greenway open to the public, providing a safe route around the construction area and minimizing disruption for park-goers.
