Sunday, April 28, 2pm, Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, 404 E. Broad St.

More than 40 trees, including elm, hornbeam, redbud, cherry, and Japanese maple, will be dedicated at 2pm Sunday, April 28, in the Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, 404 E. Broad Street, next door to First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. These trees have been given in honor or in remembrance of a variety of people and help to beautify the unique Social Justice Park while supporting the City’s Urban Forestry Masterplan. All are welcome to attend this brief ceremony.

The Washington Gladden Social Justice Park is named for the Rev. Dr. Washington Gladden, pastor of First Congregational Church of Columbus from 1882 until 1918. Rev. Gladden had a national following and was viewed as the father of the Social Gospel Movement.

Hosted by Washington Gladden Social Justice Park.