Openings, Reopenings, and Skate Decks!
Built to Play Skatepark Grand Opening – Ellicottville, NY
Following three years of fundraising and a year of construction, the Ellicottville Skatepark Committee and the Village of Ellicottville celebrated the Grand Opening of the “New Car Dealers of WNY Ellicottville Skatepark” on June 30th!
The Skatepark Project team, board members, and partners Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, joined local advocates, city officials, community members to celebrate this brand new state-of-the-art Built to Play public skatepark in Western New York! Skateboards and safety equipment were handed out as a part of our Supply the Ride program, providing essential gear needed for youth to enjoy their local skateparks! The giveaway was made possible by a generous donation from the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund.
Check out this highlight reel capturing the excitement of the Grand Opening festivities!
Blue Park Grand Reopening – Brooklyn, NY
Community members, advocates, and skaters gathered on July 16th to celebrate the opening of Brooklyn’s newly renovated skatepark, Blue Park. The exciting reopening marked the first opportunity for local skaters to use the refurbished skate obstacles after The Skatepark Project and Vans Skateboarding collaborated with local officials to restore the beloved East Williamsburg park.
For decades, Martinez Playground has served as a multi-use neighborhood enclave known for its large blue rectangular color scheme and smooth skating surface, cherished by Brooklyn skateboarders and quad skaters. Over the years, these passionate local skaters created homemade skate obstacles to supplement those installed by NYC Parks. But over time, these temporary obstacles deteriorated, increasing the risks for local skaters.
In response to the urgent need for an updated and more accessible skate spot, the newly refurbished Blue Park replaces the dilapidated obstacles in-kind with contemporary upgrades and a recoated surface. Click HERE to see the updated park and grand opening highlights from this very special day!
Chris Pyrate x TSP Skate Deck Benefitting the TSP Fellowship Program
TSP recently teamed up with Chris Pyrate, a Washington DC-based artist known for pushing creative boundaries, to launch a limited-edition skateboard deck with exclusive artwork in the artist’s signature cherry blossom style!
Only 500 of these decks were made and proceeds will directly support TSP’s Fellowship Program, a yearlong advocacy, education, and design opportunity for young Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) skate enthusiasts.
Check out this video to see the artist’s creative process and pick one up for yourself to support this impactful program.
Skateparks Are Just the Beginning — Help Us Build What Comes Next!
