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A City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation Publication Volume 5 │ Issue 1 │ Winter 2025
A Best of 2024 Special Edition
ATLANTA WELCOMES NRPA By Commissioner Justin Cutler
The City of Atlanta Department of Parks & Recreation
a city that has long stood as a beacon of progress, resilience,
(DPR) hosted the 2024 NRPA Annual Conference last year!
and unity. Over the years, Atlanta’s parks have served
Over 8,000 passionate recreation and park professionals,
as the cornerstone for community and unfolding history.
advocates, and thought leaders descended on the Georgia World Congress Center, October 8-10.
Considered the birthplace of the civil rights movement, many of Atlanta’s recreation centers and streets are named for
One of the fastest growing cities in America, Atlanta boasts
equity pioneers like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Congressman
a notable roster of sustainable parklands, nature preserves
John Lewis, Former U.S. Ambassador Andrew Young,
and greenspaces. Known for its premiere parks − Chastain,
Rev. James Orange and former Atlanta Councilmember
Washington, Piedmont, Grant, Adams, and the newest and
C.T. Martin.
largest green space, Westside Park − Atlanta’s parks offer something for everyone.
The Department of Parks & Recreation is committed to continuing its mission to build strong communities and
The National Recreation and Parks Association conference theme, "Where We Belong," deeply resonates with Atlantans,
facilitate memorable experiences in 2025.