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Veterans Garden at Freedom Park star, idaho A LIVING TRIBUTE TO OUR NATION’S HEROES ---PAGE BREAK--- The Veterans Garden at Freedom Park is being built by those who believe in honoring service, sacrifice, and country. Supporters will be permanently recognized on the Veterans Garden Donor Wall at the garden entrance — a visible and enduring acknowledgment of their dedication to those who served. Financial and in-kind contributions, including materials and professional services, count toward donor recognition levels. Your support will help complete this vision and ensure the garden stands as a place of honor for generations. Please join us in building a place that honors the past and inspires the future. ⭐ DONATION LEVELS Your name or company on a permanent plaque at the garden entrance ⭐ Four Star Donor ⭐ Three Star Donor ⭐ Two Star Donor ⭐ One Star Donor Recognition on Garden Webpage 🌼 PLANT PLATOON Keep the Garden Thriving After the ribbon cutting, Plant Platoon community volunteers will help with ongoing care, preserving this garden’s beauty year after year. It’s a hands-on way to honor those who served and stay connected to this living memorial. For additional information or to learn how you can contribute to the Veterans Garden at Freedom Park, please contact the City of Star at: [EMAIL REDACTED] HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE GARDEN $10,000+ $5,000 -$9,999 $2,500-$4,999 $1,000-$2,499 up to $999 your contribution will help complete this project Scan the QR code to view a video of construction progress: Garden Entry with donor plaques on side pillars Water feature that fills the space with sound ---PAGE BREAK--- The idea for the Veterans Garden took root in Star, inspired by a local Gold Star Daughter who envisioned a place that would honor those who serve, veterans, active-duty members, and POW/MIA, while also recognizing the sacrifice of Gold Star families. This project offers an opportunity to be part of something unique in the Treasure Valley, a garden that reflects our collective dedication to those who defend our nation and the families who stand beside them. The Veterans Garden is the heart of Freedom Park, both in location and in spirit. Just as the liberties we enjoy are safeguarded by the service of our nation’s veterans, this garden stands at the center of Star’s most cherished public space as a living reminder of their sacrifice. Freedom Park features the Star Riverhouse community center, swimming ponds, a disc golf course, and direct access to the Boise River and Riverwalk trail. Each year, thousands of visitors come to enjoy the park, making it one of the most visible landmarks in the community. By October 2026, the addition of a new event venue, Liberty Hall, will complete this thriving complex. Amid the activity of the park, the Veterans Garden offers a peaceful contrast, a quiet space for reflection and remembrance. It is the centerpiece and the soul of Freedom Park, where natural beauty and civic pride come together to honor those who have served. Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting APRIL 17, 2026 Join us as we dedicate this extraordinary space to our nation’s hEroes Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting APRIL 17, 2026 Join us as we dedicate this extraordinary space to our nation’s hEroes FROM VISION TO REALITY Windng pathways, benches and shade pergola Garden North Entrance overlooks Freedom Park ---PAGE BREAK--- 30' Flagpole - the central feature and focal point of the Veterans Garden, proudly flying the American flag. Donor Entry Wall - engraved with the names of individuals, corporate sponsors, and in-kind contributors who made the garden possible. Gold Star Garden - honoring families who have lost a loved one in military service. Purple Heart Planter - a heart-shaped flower bed recognizing Purple Heart recipients. Gazebo Pavilion - constructed from a donated silo located in Star. 24" Cast Bronze Seals - representing all six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. POW/MIA Marker - ensuring those still missing are never forgotten. Water Feature - the sound of splashing water muffles surrounding noise, creating a sense of seclusion within the garden. Blue Spruce Memorial Tree - grown from a seedling in a coffee can by a local veteran and donated to the garden. Custom Lighting Design - white lighting throughout the year, transitioning to red, white, and blue illumination on patriotic holidays such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, Flag Day, and Veterans Day. Star-Casting Light Bollards - walkway lights with star cutouts that project stars across the paths, reflecting both patriotism and the City of Star itself. Red, White, and Blue Gardens - every plant intentionally selected for its red, white, or blue flowers or foliage, ensuring color in every season. The Heart of the Garden MEANING IN EVERY DETAIL Every branch of the U.S. Military represented with a 24” bronze seal Special section of the garden for Gold Star Families