Stand at the corner of 81st Street and Overland Park Drive, and you’ll see a downtown revived. To the west, the new Thompson Park awaits dedication next week after a $3.6 million renovation of the old Santa Fe Commons that provided something for everyone. Kids can run through splash pads or get lost in their imaginations with a “crabtrap” play set. A new stage features an awning shaped like a paper airplane, and a carriage house built by Overland Park founder William Strang now serves as a modern event space. Office workers and teens alike can get outdoors while staying connected, thanks to plugs and Wi-Fi.
Source: Kansas City Business Journal – The Business Journals
