Minnesota’s largest playground for children with disabilities will officially open Tuesday in Cottage Grove.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be at 6 p.m. at the new Woodridge Park Inclusive Playground, 9000 90th St.
The 21,000-square-foot facility — which is about half an acre — has a padded surface to minimize injuries from falls. It includes equipment to stimulate physical and mental development, including swings, slides, bridges, ramps and music-making stations.
The playground cost about $850,000, including about $350,000 from the city.
Volunteers and city officials worked together to raise money and build the playground. “The playground started out as a dream nearly five years ago,” said Mayor Myron Bailey.
It’s one of several inclusive playgrounds opening in recent years in the metro area, designed to be accessible to children who are disabled.
Tuesday’s grand-opening celebration will include remarks from officials, free refreshments, and a chance for children to use the facility.