A family and community have waited almost 30 years to for the new Filmore Thomas Park, and on Monday, November 7 at 11:00 a.m., they will get together with local leaders and the Macon-Bibb government for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to officially open it to the public. On Saturday, November 12, the neighborhood will hold a Grand Opening from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. that will include food, music, Yoga, Zumba, a bicycle ride, and more. The general public is invited to attend the Grand Opening of Filmore Thomas Park on Saturday, November 12.
 
The new park was funded with approximately $1,700,000 from the voter-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, and includes a pavilion, a splash pad, a playground, basketball courts, sidewalks and trails, landscaping, and more. To watch a MaconBibbTV feature on when the community came together to celebrate the start of this project, click here.
 
“When we first consolidated, I promised people here that their recreation and safety were two of my highest priorities. With the opening of Filmore Thomas Park and the ongoing improvement project along Log Cabin Drive, Macon-Bibb County can say we are following through on our promises,” says District 9 Commissioner Al Tillman.
 
“We are elated that – after more than 30 years – the Filmore Thomas Park is finally opening,” says Alfreda Lockett, daughter of Filmore Thomas. “Our entire family wants to thank Commissioner Tillman and Macon-Bibb County for making this dream a reality.”