Cedar Hill Unveils Innovative Library in a Park Concept

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The city of Cedar Hill unveiled its brand new library with a grand opening event on Saturday, April 27th, which drew hundreds of attendees.

The celebration united the community in a one-of-a-kind experience, highlighting the unique architecture of the Traphene Hickman Library, Museum, and Signature Park.

The library offers a multitude of attractions, amenities, and trails to walk through the park area of the facility.

“Our last library was over 40 years old, and prior to that, our last library was in a closet in City Hall where Babes is now,” said Chad McCurdy, Cedar Hill City Council, Place 4, speaking to The DeSoto Tribune.

“This is kind of the pinnacle of what we’ve been able to accomplish with our 2017 bond package you know we we redid every neighborhood park in the city, went and met with every neighborhood and asked me what do you want in your part, we built the city lagoon and community pool and of course the library and the the signature city center park,” McCurdy added.

One of the highlights of the event was the opportunity to explore the new park trail which provides attendees with a chance to soak in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The Library In a Park is a groundbreaking concept that seamlessly combines the resources of a library, the richness of a museum, and the tranquility of a park into one integrated space.

“This project has been in the plans for more than two decades, and I’m proud to say that we have delivered this type of project, so I’m very excited,” said Cedar Hill Mayor Steve Mason, speaking to The DeSoto Tribune.

The library has a host of amenities and allows people who wish to host events to be able to do so.

“This project not only has books but also has a rooftop, not just one rooftop but has three rooftops, so if you want to be able to come and have events like a quinceanera, a birthday party, or a wedding, we have a place to be able to do that,” Mason elaborated.

The library also boasts a museum, a podcast station where people can record a podcast to reach their audience, and meeting rooms for the region where the tri-cities can meet together.

By Joshua Carter

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