As part of our Black History Month celebration, the Carman Gardens Legacy Skate Party brought the community together for an evening of shared memories, cultural pride, and joyful reflection. Held in honor of the historic Carman Gardens Skate Rink, the event paid tribute to a space that once stood as a beacon of Black entrepreneurship, creativity, and resilience in North Philadelphia. Generations laced up their skates and rolled through time during a Friday night skate jam—reviving the energy, music, and sense of belonging that made Carman Gardens a cornerstone of community life.

Attendees contributed personal stories, photographs, and memorabilia to support the Legacy Project’s growing archive—preserving the spirit and history of the rink for future generations. More than just a celebration, the skate party marked a powerful moment in the ongoing transformation of Carman Gardens into the Community Carman Gardens Health Center. Through this Black-led initiative, North10 and GPHA are carrying forward the site’s legacy—shifting from recreation to restoration, from safe haven to healing space. The Carman Gardens Legacy Project embodies our commitment to honoring the past while building a healthier, more equitable future for Nicetown-Tioga and beyond.

North10 will continue to steward these partnerships as we work toward a stronger, healthier, and more thriving Hunting Park–East Tioga.