Kirke Park P-Patch

Kirke Park is a new P-Patch in a brand new neighborhood park called Kirke Park that is being developed with the help of the Parks & Green Spaces Levy. Construction is set to begin this summer.

What's New?

It's time to start planning for development! As Seattle Parks finishes their construction, its time to get ready for ours. To get gardening, we will need to construct plot beds, compost bins, a tool shed, and more. Join us for a planning meeting at the end of April:

Get Involved!

Join the Interest List to receive information about how to get involved in this garden! Or Contact Julie Bryan. Garden Coordinator: Julie.Bryan@seattle.gov

Getting a Garden Plot

New garden plots are assigned based on involvement. While the City provides support, new gardens are built by the community. Neighbors come together to envision, design, and eventually construct a unique garden that meets their needs and reflects their neighborhood identity. Thus, community commitment through volunteering is the primary factor in assigning plots in a new garden. If you are interested in getting a plot join the Interest List and please see How Plots are Assigned.

History

The site now known as Kirke Park was first purchased by the City as part of the 2000 Pro Parks Levy. Planning began for the development of a new park but there was no funding for construction. Luckily in 2008, Seattle voters approved a second park levy, the 2008 Parks & Green Spaces Levy. Formerly known as the 9th Ave NW Park, the park was renamed Kirke Park to honor the Norwegian heritage of the neighborhood. Kirke, which means Church in Norwegian also honors the site's former Church of Seventh Elect in Spiritual Israel which was a cultural institution of the neighborhood for more than 90 years. You can find out more about the history of the site in the Historical and Cultural Resources Report.

In addition to a P-Patch, the new park will have a play area, rain gardens, a nature trail, and a skate dot. Find out more information about the full park on the Seattle Parks webpage.

FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THE P-PATCH COMMUNITY GARDENING PROGRAM CONTACT:  
Laura Raymond, Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, Laura.Raymond@seattle.gov   206-615-1787

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