Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve: Planning for Georgia's first National Park
Neighborhood Engagement
March 3 - 7, 2025 | On the Table
Description
With increased attention on Middle Georgia and the opportunity to establish Georgia’s first National Park and Preserve around the Ocmulgee Mounds and surrounding river corridor, ONPPI is committed to developing a thoughtful and inclusive strategic plan that fosters regional collaboration and maximizes community impact. This designation has the potential to bring significant cultural, recreational, economic, and environmental benefits to the region. We invite you to join us at Longleaf Distilling Co. for a conversation on how we can make the most of this moment and to share your big ideas for shaping the future of this historic initiative.
Together, we can explore:
- What can we do to create meaningful public engagement during the strategic planning process?
- How can we optimize the visitor experience in and around the Ocmulgee Mounds?
- How can the local communities support and benefit from the new park?
- What role can Middle Georgia businesses, organizations, and institutions play?
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Georgia’s first National Park and Preserve. Come share your thoughts and ideas—we want to hear from you!
What is On the Table
On the Table is a one of a kind opportunity to bring people of diverse backgrounds together to have meaningful conversations about topics that are important to the community. This community-wide initiative seeks to explore the ways in which we have the power to collaborate to make our community stronger, safer, and more dynamic.
Following On the Table, the Community Foundation of Central Georgia will survey participants to find out what issues matter most to them and what kinds of ideas for solutions emerged from the day’s conversations. We’ll also help to share some stories of participants to help inspire others to make a difference.