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Record-Breaking Micro Parks

The ‘Mill Ends’ Park Redefines Parks in a Petite Way

— June 3, 2013 — Eco
Taking petite to a whole other level, the world’s smallest park called ‘Mill Ends’ was built in Portland, Oregon. Measuring a whole two-feet, the park is barely enough for one person to stand in. However, each end of the park is a different enough environment for it to officially be designated as a park.

The park is maintained by Portland’s Parks And Recreation Department and has local admirers adorning it with miniaturized park equipment. Plastic fences, figurines and other minute toys have been left in ‘Mill Ends’ by caring citizens. Plastic soldiers have even been positioned in the park to defend it against ill-doers.

The park has an accompanying plaque describing its history. However, its accuracy is dubious as it states that the park is “presided over by Patrick O’Toole, head Leprechaun residing in the Park.”
Trend Themes
1. Micro Parks - Creating micro parks in urban areas can maximize the use of small spaces and provide an outdoor environment for city dwellers.
2. Community Engagement - Developing public spaces at a small scale can encourage community members to take ownership, personalize, and engage with the space.
3. Environmental Stewardship - Designing small, eco-friendly green spaces can help mitigate the effects of urbanization and promote environmental sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Planning - Urban planners can incorporate micro parks in their designs to create vibrant and functional public spaces in dense urban areas.
2. Tourism - Micro parks can encourage tourists to explore and appreciate unique, small-scale attractions that are representative of the local community.
3. Landscaping/gardening - The development and maintenance of micro parks require the expertise of landscapers and gardeners to create a visually appealing and sustainable environment with limited space.
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