Isn’t it amazing how a place steeped in history can transform into a hub of pure summer joy? Right before you stands the Como Regional Park Pool, a testament to the evolution of recreation and community in Saint Paul. Before the joyful splashes and laughter of today, this very ground held the weight of the Saint Paul Workhouse until 1960. Can you imagine the contrast? From such a stark past bloomed the original Como Pool in 1962. It was a simpler time, a time of mushroom fountains and one-meter diving boards. For almost fifty years, it served as a beloved summer escape, witnessing countless memories being made. However, time, as it often does, took its toll. By 2008, the old Como Pool, held together by sheer will and maybe a bit of “bubblegum”, faced demolition. The community, though, understood the need for a new era of fun. And so, from the remnants of the past rose the Como Regional Park Pool you see today, a beacon of modern aquatic fun, opening its doors in 2012. A whopping $9.2 million later, this isn’t just a pool, it’s an aquatic playground! Zip lines soar over the 25-meter pool, daring you to embrace the thrill. The lazy river, in all its leisurely glory, offers a choice: a gentle float or a splashier, faster route, complete with a cascading waterfall. Como Regional Park Pool isn’t just about excitement; it’s a testament to sustainable fun. The pool utilizes a unique sphagnum moss filtration system to keep the water crystal clear, gentler on both skin and swimsuits. So, as you take the plunge, remember, you’re not just diving into refreshing water, but into a legacy of community, reinvention, and pure summer bliss.
The Afrocentric Spectrum Mural
What whispers do the walls of a city hold? The Afrocentric Spectrum Mural, here on University Avenue, speaks volumes about