SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - Some changes are coming to FDR Park, in South Philadelphia, as the city unveiled plans for a new welcome center and play space."We come here to enjoy ourselves," remarked Al Hawkins.It’s not unusual to see Hawkins taking a stroll around FDR Park.
For him, the 348 acres are nostalgic as he has been visiting the location since he was a young boy and hosting annual family reunions."It’s a place where you can relax," Hawkins added.MORE HEADLINES:City leaders said the master plan for the park ensures it still will be in the future environmentally-friendly and meeting the needs of what people want.They unveiled the designs for two new projects Wednesday.