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The "Government Park" at the base of the hill atop which sits the Korean Pavilion would be an excellent relocation if the whole could be developed into a formal Korean Garden -- adding to the River Valley's themed parks.
Pocket park in Asia TownMoving the Korean pavilion to Louise McKinney Park would make so much sense. Or how about relocating it inside the new RAM?
Could incorporate the original Harbin Gate as well. Ain't just the province letting gifts from our Asian friends rot.Pocket park in Asia Town
No kidding, imagine if this were located in Calgary. No literally, imagine all the possibilities that would be explored and touted if this were located in Calgary.It's located in Edmonton so the easiest and cheapest option will be chosen.
Yeah, any sort of repurposing for recreation, education, or an attractional amenity that drives traffic will get major pushback. Or God forbid housing higher than 2 storiesThe cost difference between demolition and repurposing is definitely less than the historical and architectural value of the building. This is the wrong choice, which I guess shouldn't be a surprise.
I think the main problem is we haven't really had any compelling public use ideas put forward by any level of government. The best idea I'd heard was an Indigenous Culture Centre, but from what I understand most of that community would rather something purpose built rather than a repurposed colonial building, but that is hearsay. It also wouldn't surprise me if influential Glenora residents were making it known to the province that they didn't want anything that would draw people to "their" community.
I’m pretty sure that site includes the hill and the park west of Grout Road at the end of River Valley Road which could provide additional - and in some respects better - access than 102 Avenue. Imagine a “figure 8” loop through the River Valley with the Funicular in the middle, this at the west end and Louise McKinney Park and the Quarters at the east end…Yeah, any sort of repurposing for recreation, education, or an attractional amenity that drives traffic will get major pushback. Or God forbid housing higher than 2 stories![]()