Bienville Square remains somewhat diminished since it took a beating from Hurricane Sally. A $3.2 million project, which is expected to be completed before the end of the year – or before Mardi Gras at the latest – aims at restoring the historic park. ⛲️
. “We are very excited to be one step closer to beginning these improvements and returning Ketchum Fountain to its home at the center of this beautiful park. When this project is completed, Mobilians will like what they see.”
“We’re looking forward to welcoming the fountain back and have it displayed in all its splendor,” said Kellie Hope, president of the board of directors with the Downtown Parks Conservancy.New LED lighting in and around the fountain that will be computer controlled and will give the city an opportunity for a lighting scheme around the iconic structure once its returned. The lighting, Hunter said, could be coordinated to match similar colors that illuminate the 35-story RSA Tower.
New paving around the central plaza area will feature blue stone and granite, Hunter said. She also said that the walkways will be redone, although the general layout of the park will remain the same.
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