The Park's 60th Anniversary Celebration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Welshpool, NB, 2024-05-08 — The Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission, Welshpool, NB, is thrilled to announce its upcoming 60th-anniversary celebration in July 2024. Roosevelt Campobello International Park (the Park) is a cherished destination for families, history buffs, and nature enthusiasts. It has been a source of countless memories and experiences for the community since its opening in 1964. Established in January 1964, the Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission has created cherished moments and visitor experiences over the past six decades.
As the Park reaches this significant milestone, it reflects on its rich history and looks forward to an exciting future. To commemorate this special occasion, Roosevelt Campobello International Park has meticulously planned a series of events and activities throughout the year. These are designed to celebrate the past and engage and entertain long-time Park enthusiasts and new visitors, promising a year full of excitement and fun. The anniversary celebration will feature a variety of attractions, including:
A season-long celebration of the Park’s 60th Anniversary, with all programs highlighting the anniversary in some way (on- and off-site school programs, natural area programs, historic core tours and programs, social media campaign and engagement, and Visitor Center banner exhibition highlighting the Park’s six decades.
The celebration’s highlight will be the 10-day extravaganza from 22-31 July, featuring special events and programs. These include public events and programs, enlightening talks, invigorating walks, soul-stirring concerts, and insightful tours, all free of charge and open to the general public. You won’t want to miss this event!
The centrepiece of the celebration will be the weekend of 27-28 July, with official ceremonies, community activities, and the opening of a state-of-the-art trail. These will be interspersed with performances by First Nations and non-First Nations drummers, pipers, and other musicians and entertainers. As always, generous portions of Campobello Island hospitality and great food will be available.
The Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission warmly invites the local community, visitors, and Park enthusiasts worldwide to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Whether you’re revisiting cherished memories or creating new ones, the Park promises an unforgettable experience. Your presence and participation make this celebration truly special.
For more information and updates on the 60th-anniversary celebration, visit www.RooseveltCampobello.org under the “Special Events” tab or follow Roosevelt Campobello International Park on Facebook and Instagram. Join the event group “The 60th Anniversary Celebrations at Roosevelt Campobello International Park” for updates.
About Roosevelt Campobello International Park:
Roosevelt Campobello International Park is a singular example of international cooperation - jointly administered, staffed, and funded by the peoples of Canada and the United States. Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s magnificent summer home is preserved here in a combination indoor museum and outdoor nature park on Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada.
Our Mission: The mission of Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission is to establish a park open to the general public as a memorial to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, to symbolize the close and neighbourly relations, unity and friendship between the peoples of Canada and the United States of America, and to recognize the many cherished associations of President Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt and their family with Campobello Island and the surrounding region.
Our Vision: The vision of the Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission is to inspire unity, understanding, respect and dignity of all peoples through the authentic and immersive beloved island experience of recreation, peaceful retreat and stimulating conversation.
Since its inception, the Park has provided a haven of natural beauty and recreational opportunities, attracting visitors from near and far.
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Jade Robbins
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506 754 2577/506 752 2922