CLARKSVILLE, TN – Clarksville Parks & Recreation, in partnership with local organizations and artists, unveiled a unique addition to Valleybrook Park: six benches and two tables made from recycled wind turbine blades.
By 2050, the U.S. is projected to generate more than 2.2 million tons of retired wind turbine blades – structures that don’t decompose and often end up in landfills.
The new park furniture, created by Noblewins, gives these blades a second life as durable, functional pieces that keep hundreds of pounds of material out of landfills while supporting the community’s sustainability efforts.
Three of the benches were painted by Austin Peay State University art students Eden Reece, Emilia Beck, and Yesenia Roldan Ponce. These students were selected and compensated with support from the Clarksville Arts & Heritage Development Council.
Their designs highlight the park’s pollinator theme and celebrate the connection between art, nature, and community.
The unveiling took place on a rainy October day, with residents gathering to celebrate the project and its message of resilience, creativity, and environmental stewardship.
Funded in part through a Community Development Block Grant from Clarksville Neighborhood and Community Services, the project was supported by resources earmarked for COVID-19 recovery to help restore and enhance community spaces.
Valleybrook Park, located at 213 Crossland Ave., features a playground, walking trail, pollinator garden, and open green spaces. The new benches and tables provide residents with additional spaces to relax, gather, and enjoy the outdoors.
“Projects like this showcase how Clarksville combines creativity, sustainability, and community pride,” said Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts. “These benches are a statement about our commitment to the environment and the talents of our local artists.”