THE NEIGHBORHOOD / THE PARK
The Park
More than green space. A place for wellness, play, and belonging, built by residents, for residents.
Mission & Vision
22 Lots. One Vibrant Park.
Bailey Park began as 22 contiguous vacant lots — symbols of disinvestment in the heart of McDougall-Hunt. Today, it is a flourishing community sanctuary that hosts wellness activities, youth play, and family gatherings.
Maintained directly by community stewards, the park embodies our neighborhood vision for an equitable, restorative, and joyful environment.
Park Amenities
A community park designed with multi-generational spaces for restoration, recreation, and gathering.
Fitness Stations
Outdoor exercise equipment and dedicated open lawn areas designed for individual wellness and group classes.
Gathering Pavilion
A covered community pavilion for neighborhood meetings, workshops, and family celebrations.
Native Canopy
250+ native trees and pollinator gardens that restore urban biodiversity, manage stormwater, and clean our air.
Youth Play Area
Safe, inclusive play zones where children and families can connect, learn, and grow together outdoors.
Mission & Vision
From Blight to Belonging
Access to high-quality public green space improves mental wellness, lowers local heat island effects, and strengthens community ties. Bailey Park is proof that resident-led stewardship can transform abandoned lots into permanent generational assets.
A Park That Delivers
Hard milestones showcasing how 22 reclaimed parcels provide lasting ecological and social health for McDougall-Hunt.
Vacant lots transformed into contiguous community parkland.
Native trees planted across the neighborhood canopy.
Free and open to every resident 365 days a year.
Visit The Park
The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Join an upcoming community cleanup, reserve the pavilion, or sign up for updates.
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Address: 2701 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI 48207
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Park Hours: Open Daily: Dawn to Dusk (7:00 AM – 8:30 PM)
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Pavilion Reservations: Available for community gatherings and resident events upon advance request.
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Upcoming Events
Park Events
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How You Can Help
For Funders & Sponsors
Support the Mission
Your investment stays local. From maintaining the Park to funding home repairs, every dollar helps us build a more equitable neighborhood.
For Residents & Allies
Give Your Time
Help us bring community to life. Join a park clean-up, assist with food distribution, or mentor youth at the Hub.