A little history

Grinders Skate Park opened in September 2003. The park was designed by Purkis Rose with input from residents. Frank Hirata, a nationally recognized skateboard professional, led several of the meetings.

The city received grants to help build the park: $100,000 from an Arkansas Parks and Tourism Outdoor Recreation Grant; $5,000 from the Tony Hawk Foundation; and $5,623 in community donations raised through lemonade sales, birthday donations and raffles. The city also provided $350,000.