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Swing Park, the popular play area beneath the Holton Street Bridge near the Marsupial Bridge, remains closed, and recent online listings—including Google—currently show it as permanently closed. There has been no new public timeline released by the City of Milwaukee about reopening or rebuilding the space.
At this time, no construction has begun on the previously proposed redesign. If updated information becomes available from the city or local officials, we’ll add it here.
Background on the Proposed Redesign (2024)
In 2024, the City of Milwaukee shared early concepts for transforming Swing Park into a new space called “The Landing at Tannery Row.” The proposal included:
- A small neighborhood playground
- A lighted artistic screen surrounding the play area
- A “River Theater” with seating near the river
- Boardwalk-style paths and native landscaping
- A paddlecraft dock for river access
These plans were developed by the Smith Group in collaboration with the city, and community members were invited to share feedback in fall 2024. However, since then, no additional updates or next steps have been announced.
Why Swing Park Closed
The area originally closed due to safety concerns and ongoing Holton Street Bridge repairs, which are still underway. The closure has lasted longer than expected, and no reopening date has been provided.
We’ll Keep This Page Updated
We’ll continue monitoring announcements from the City of Milwaukee and local officials. If the project moves forward, funding is secured, or a new timeline is shared, we’ll update this page so families can stay informed.
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Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
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