Zilker Great Lawn is Open

22 08 2009

Pictures from today’s opening ceremonies – thanks to WT Fraser.

Councilmember Cole, Charlie McCabe (Aus Parks Fdn), Parks Director Sara Hensley, Charlie Jones (C3 Presents) and Mayor Leffingwell cut the ribbon

Opening ceremony with skyline in the background

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