West Park
West Park is where the formality of the university landscape breaks down and gives way to the historic park setting of the former Kearney hospital and the majestic Frank House Museum. Mature trees, expansive lawns, low density, historic build- ings, and long views compose a romantic landscape unique to this campus. It is a place to relax, enjoy the setting, play games, and gather with colleagues. The proposed changes are subtle, working to maximize West Park’s assets while expanding the landscape’s capabilities. Two new buildings are added in underused corner segments. An oval walkway ties the space and the buildings together and a new concourse extends to the west to form the organizing central space of the proposed Health Sci- ence Education Complex. The landscape is slightly modified to subtly bring in more native trees and shrubs and to introduce native prairie grasses and wildflowers in the un-walked edges. The historic Frank House is embedded in an attractive cultural landscape. While it is not entirely historic, it is composed of important elements to be preserved including the evergreen wind- break, mature trees and gracious lawn, kitchen garden, and fruit tree orchard. Some elements such as the fishpond may not be consistent with this landscape and should be reconsidered.
Existing - West Park
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West Park Facing South
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West Park Facing East
Proposed - West Park
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Chroma Design Inc.
University of Nebraska - Kearney Campus Landscape Master Plan
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