Every great city has a great park! Town Point Park, nestled between the Elizabeth River and Norfolk's downtown, has been at the heart of Norfolk's cultural and economic ascent over the past quarter-century.  The more than seven acres of grassy, tree -dotted open space is an institution among locals and visitors who go there to relax, take in the river views, and enjoy quality time with friends and family members.  The park also serves as an incomparable location for festivals and performances, city celebrations and ceremonies, drawing a larger audience each year than any other Norfolk venue!Town Point Park has proven itself over years through increasing attendance, and visitor satisfaction is now at an all time high.  The park has positioned itself as a public space for every occasion, a place to commune with nature or immerse in culture right in the bustling downtown.  Its reputation reaches beyond Norfolk; the park currently draws 75% of its visitors from outside the city.   Now 25 years old and never renovated, the park is showing its age in its infrastructure and design.  Planned improvements to this landmark will keep pace with surging attendance and today's environment, and provide an important investment in the quality of life in this region. Open 365 days a year, Town Point Park is host to more than 95 city celebrations and festivals, concerts and tall ship visits each year. The hugely popular events attract more than 400,000 people to Norfolk's beautiful waterfront annually, who in turn, generate more than $27 million in visitor spending. Visitor experiences are rated high-averaging 4.7 on a 5-point satisfaction scale, and a full 87 percent of attendees in 2007 were return visitors. The park has served the community well, taking part in an unprecedented boom in downtown Norfolk with considerable economic and social impact.   The Turning Point Park Project will lead the community's efforts to continue this tradition of success and excellence, and to ensure Town Point Park's long and healthy future.

Click here to watch Norfolk Perspecitves with Bob Batcher interview with Karen Scherberger and the new park!! 

All contributions are tax deductible and will help fund construction of the park as well as provide financial support for future improvements and enhancements to the waterfront programs. The following are the opportunities available:

$100      4" x 8" Individual Brick
$250      8" x 8" Family Brick
$1,000   12" x 8" Company/Group Marker
$2,500   24" x 24" Company/Group Marker
$2,500   Park Bench 2" x 10" Bronze Plaque
$5,000   Park Tree 8" x 8" Bronze Plaque