The Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation initially announced the concept for Jimi Hendrix Park in December of 2011, and the City of Seattle is finally making progress on this highly anticipated masterpiece. 2.5 acres of land in Seattle's Central District, near the Northwest African American Museum, has officially been marked for the park's 2015 construction in honor of the town's guitar legend. Janie Hendrix, the president and CEO of Experience Hendrix, LLC and sister of the rock legend, shared some words with RollingStone on the upcoming project in honor of her late brother.
"Every project endorsed by our family which bears Jimi's name is meaningful to us, but this park holds special significance. Seattle will always be Jimi's home. This very area is where Jimi grew up, where his dreams were cultivated and his creative energy awakened, in many ways. So to see this amazing place of beauty, dedicated to Jimi and his artistry, blossom into reality is indescribably fulfilling. Having been involved in each facet of the park's creation, I can honestly say that this musical garden is a fitting representation of Jimi's imagination. It is truly inspired."