The sprayground designed by Unlimited Play includes a custom-designed train that is wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs, walkers and other assistive devices. The train sets the stage for the overall theme of the park, highlighting the abandoned railroad tracks that once ran through town. It features a flat surface with overhead sprinklers, splash buckets, an LED light display and sound effects that allow individuals of all ages and abilities to play and enjoy. A playground with accessible swings, musical instruments and a merry-go-round brings a traditional element to the park. Communication boards in each play area display illustrations to help children with limited language skills, especially those with autism, to express themselves and communicate their needs and wants.
SPRAYGROUND RULES
- No lifeguard on duty. Use at your own risk.
- No running, roughhousing, climbing or profane language.
- No food, glass or drinks permitted in sprayground area.
- No pets in sprayground area.
- Surfaces may be slippery when wet.
- Footwear, such as water shoes, is strongly recommended.
- Proper swim attire must be worn at all times.
- Children must have adult supervision at all times..
- Infants and toddlers must wear a swim diaper. Diapers to be changed in restroom only.
- Do not use if you are sick.
T.B. Hanna Station's renovation was funded in part with a 2016 voter-approved No Tax Increase General Obligation Bond, the City’s Park Fund and General Fund. Variety Children’s Charity of Greater Kansas City (Variety KC), a not-for-profit organization that provides opportunities for play and inclusion for children with special abilities, provided a grant of $135,000 to upgrade the play spaces to be inclusive – meaning fully accessible to individuals of all abilities – and St. Louis-based award winning nonprofit organization Unlimited Play designed the inclusive sprayground and playground.
In cooperation with Cook, Flatt & Strobel (CFS) Engineers, a site plan was designed to maintain the character of Original Town Raymore and the former train depot while reviving the underutilized space in the heart of the community.