Bartram's Mile

Philadelphia Parks and Recreation lead the development of the Bartram's Mile segment of Schuylkill Banks, which runs along the west bank of the Schuylkill River between Grays Ferry Avenue and 56th Street, on either side of Bartram's Garden. The project included soil remediation; restoration of a large tree grove; placement of the Newkirk Viaduct Monument near the location of the original river crossing; installation of a rain garden along Botanic Avenue; construction of an expansive plaza at 56th Street (pictured above); and installation of amenities such as benches, bike racks, trail lighting, and wayfinding. 

Bartram's Mile will eventually connect to the Grays Ferry Crescent, Center City, and points further north via the Schuylkill Crossing.