Officials place historic marker at park in Loxley

By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
Posted 3/2/18

LOXLEY, Alabama — Cedar Street Park in Loxley was filled with residents on Saturday, Feb. 24 to dedicate a historic marker as part of the town’s Alabama 200 dedication.

“This has always been …

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Officials place historic marker at park in Loxley

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LOXLEY, Alabama — Cedar Street Park in Loxley was filled with residents on Saturday, Feb. 24 to dedicate a historic marker as part of the town’s Alabama 200 dedication.

“This has always been a special place for the community to come together,” said Joan Richardson, who helped organize the event for Loxley’s Bicentennial Committee. “And we know it will be that way for years to come.”

The Town of Loxley Bicentennial Committee organized the event as part of Alabama’s 200th anniversary, which will include celebrations beginning in 2018 and leading up to the state’s Bicentennial in December of 2019. Richardson also introduced a new group, the Friends of Cedar Street Park, at the event, inviting all to join.

Mayor Billy Middleton presented a proclamation on behalf of the town, dedicating the historic marker, Bicentennial Tree, which Richardson said is believed to be one of the oldest slash pine trees in the state, and flower garden.

The park was established in 1958 with a pavilion and playground and has provided residents a tranquil site for family reunions, picnics and birthday parties.

The pavilion featured photographs provided by town historian Joey Knight, presentation of colors and Pledge of Allegiance by the Loxley Girl Scout troop, and a musical program by the Loxley Elementary Glee Club, presenting a pair of songs, “The Tree Song,” and “Seasons of Love (525,600 minutes).”

Bicentennial Committee members were also on hand with the Bicentennial Covered Wagon, selling the Bicentennial Cookbook (a reprint of a 1925 United Methodist Church of Loxley cookbook) and Bicentennial T-shirts.

“With this event, we are not only celebrating Alabama’s 200th Birthday, but honoring a special park,” Middleton said. “We have the opportunity to re-connect with our neighbors, revitalize Cedar Street Park and the community of Loxley.”

Girl Scouts also provided an exhibit and had cookies on hand for sale. Future events and opportunities regarding volunteering, donating and sponsorships will be announced.