Ribbon-Cutting to Open Kern Park Picnic Shelter

MILWAUKEE, WI – Officials will open a new picnic shelter building, June 21, in a ribbon-cutting ceremony from 3–4 p.m. at Kern Park, 3614 N. Humboldt Blvd.

Just in time for the busy summer season, the new Picnic Area offers restrooms and a rentable open-air shelter with electricity. The facility meets ADA guidelines for accessibility. Picnic Area #3 may be reserved for groups of up to 50 people. The rental includes the shelter with limited electricity and picnic tables.

“This new picnic shelter offers the community a place to gather with family and friends to enjoy Kern Park.” Supervisor Johnson said. “This improvement not only enhances the park, but also the neighborhood surrounding it.”

In keeping with Milwaukee County’s Green Print initiative, architects specified low-water-consumption fixtures, energy-efficient interior fluorescent lighting, and LED soffit lighting for the new structure.

Kern Park is located on the west bank of the Milwaukee River. Activities at the park include basketball, softball, and tennis.

For more information on picnic rentals at Kerns Park, call (414) 257-8005 or visit countyparks.com and search “picnic.”

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