Nason Street Playground Now Open - Featuring Accessibility Updates

On May 31st, 2023, Town staff and community members gathered for a Dedication ceremony at the Nason Street Henry "Ski" Faenza Playground, which is Franklin’s first completed Community Preservation funded project. $300,000 was allocated to renovate and construct a new handicapped accessible playground for ages 2-12 years olds, which had last been renovated to meet ADA compliance in 2003 for ages 2-5.

The Nason Street Tot Lot was previously dedicated to the memory of Henry "Ski" Faenza, a neighbor to the playground that would frequently visit the area. "Ski" was the type of resident that would make sure the playground was safe and clean for the young people of Franklin.

The new playground features two separate play structures (one structure for 2-5 year olds, and one structure for 5-12 year olds), a 14’ high net climber, an inclusive whirl, bifocal rock n’ raft, Ben Franklin customized quad see saw, new adaptive swing seat and an expression swing seat where parent and child can share in the swinging experience together. The entire play area is poured in place rubber surfacing, making it a truly accessible playground.

Visit the Nason Street Henry "Ski" Faenza Playground at 22 Nason Street today!