Austin Parks and Recreation Projects

The Elisabet Ney Museum closed to the public on December 30, 2024, for much-needed renovations. This project is in the construction phase. City Council District 9

The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) has entered Phase 2 of the 2018 Facility Expansion Plan approved by Austin City Council, which includes renovations in addition to site improvements. City Council District 9

The Fiesta Gardens Complex Rehabilitation project will focus on preserving and restoring the character-defining architectural features of the historic buildings while providing rehabilitation to meet current codes. City Council District 3

Phase 1 improvements are identified in the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center Facility Expansion Plan approved by Council in 2021. City Council District 1

The Givens District Park Vision Plan was approved in January 2019 to provide a framework for improvements to the park, detailed on this page. City Council District 1

The concept plan for this undeveloped park came about when a local stewardship organization applied for and was awarded a design grant by Austin Parks Foundation. Phase I improvements are under construction. City Council District 2

An update to the District Park Vision Plan is needed to align amenities and their locations with changes due to City Code and reflect park development that has occurred since the creation of the original plan in 2008. City Council District 4

The Gustavo "Gus" L. Garcia Recreation Center Senior Wing project is an anticipated facility expansion project to support the growing number of ageing adults in the area. City Council District 4

The Henry G. Madison Cabin was built in approximately 1863 by pioneering Austin civic leader Henry Green Madison. Austin Parks Foundation, in partnership with Austin Parks and Recreation, led the restoration effort. City Council District 1