(Boston Orange
編譯)
波士頓市長吳弭 (Michelle
Wu)
宣佈，柯普利廣場公園的部分區域已重新開放，以迎接即將到來的2025
年波士頓馬拉松賽。
重新開放的區域包括已於2025年4月10日啟用的廣場和高架樹叢區域，以及在2025年元旦為慶祝新年而開放的東北三角區域。柯普利廣場公園自2023年7月起進行耗資1890萬美元的整修，旨在提升公園的無障礙性、功能性和社區使用率。
吳弭市長表示，柯普利廣場公園一直是波士頓的重要地標和聚會場所，她感謝相關團隊努力在波士頓馬拉松賽前重新開放部分區域。波士頓體育協會（B.A.A.）將在馬拉松週末利用這些新整修的區域作為運動員服務、志工運營和醫療帳篷的所在地。不過，公園在比賽日將不對觀眾開放。
柯普利廣場公園多年來一直是波士頓馬拉松的重要場地。整修工程包括翻新標誌性的噴泉、增加帶遮蔭座位的樹木、更新步道和照明，以及創建新的彈性活動空間。噴泉、草坪和周邊人行道預計將在2025年9月完工。
波士頓體育會 (B.A.A.)總裁兼執行長Jack
Fleming感謝波士頓市在馬拉松賽週末重新開放一部分份的科普利廣場公園。波士頓公園局臨時專員Liza
Meyer則強調，新的廣場和高架樹叢區域將使這個歷史悠久的空間更易於使用和更具功能性。該項目由Sasaki設計，W.E.S.
Construction Corporation負責施工。
查詢最新資訊，可上網boston.gov/copley-improvements。
MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES COPLEY SQUARE PARK TO PARTIALLY REOPEN IN TIME FOR 2025 BOSTON MARATHON |
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BOSTON - Friday, April 18, 2025 - Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the partial re-opening of Copley Square Park in time for the 2025 Boston Marathon presented by Bank Of America being held on Monday, April 21. The newly completed part of the park includes the Plaza and Raised Grove areas, which reopened on April 10. This follows the reopening of the northeast triangle of the park on New Years Day 2025 for the City’s annual First Night celebration. The fountain, lawn areas, and perimeter sidewalks are scheduled for completion by September 2025. The partial reopening is in time for the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) to utilize the space for the weekend of the Boston Marathon, like in years past.
“Copley Square Park will forever be an important landmark and gathering space that invites everyone in to enjoy our city,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I’m thankful to our Parks and Rec team and all who helped to renovate this beloved community space for the next generation, and in time to reopen a key portion for the Boston Marathon.”
Copley Square Park has been under renovation since July 2023. The $18.9 million renovations will enhance accessibility, functionality, and community use. Key improvements include the renovation of the iconic fountain, increasing the existing tree canopy through a raised grove with shaded seating, updated pathways and lighting, and new flexible event spaces to accommodate events including the Boston Marathon and the Copley Square Farmers Market, as well as daily public use. |
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Copley Square Park will not be open to spectators on race day, but will be partially reopened over the weekend for the public to enjoy. The B.A.A. will utilize the newly renovated space as a home for their athlete services, volunteer operations, and medical tents.
“Copley Square Park makes its triumphant return on Marathon Weekend, and what is one of Boston’s signature weekends. Copley Square Park has been ‘home’ to the Boston Marathon, presented by Bank of America, for decades, and we look forward to welcoming visitors and those who live locally as they make their way down Boylston Street,” said Jack Fleming, President and CEO of the Boston Athletic Association. “Copley Square Park is a centerpiece of the running world this weekend, and we thank the City of Boston and Parks & Recreation for having it available for everyone to enjoy. While Copley Square Park supports the operations of this year’s Boston Marathon, the refurbished features have made the park come alive.”
Improvements to Copley Square Park were designed by Sasaki and construction is being completed by W.E.S. Construction Corporation. The project budget is $18.9 million including design and construction.
“We’re proud to welcome runners and spectators back to the improved Copley Square Park in time for the 2025 Boston Marathon,” said Boston Parks Interim Commissioner Liza Meyer. “The new plaza and raised grove areas help make this historic space more accessible, welcoming, and functional for both everyday use and major events. We can’t wait to unveil the full improvements later this year.”
For updates and inquiries, visit the project website at boston.gov/copley-improvements. |
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