Nygard Park

Nygard Park

Nygard Park is located in the centre of the town of Deloraine, Manitoba, Canada.

The park host more than 200 flags from around the world. The park is landscaped with a brick wall facade, paved walking paths, and a commemorative plaque recognizing Peter Nygård's financial contribution to the town.

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History

As the year 2001 neared, the town of Deloraine developed the Fly the Flags of the World millennium project with the goal of displaying flags from all over the world. The project started with a letter writing campaign to each country’s embassy asking for the donation of their national flag. If this was not fruitful, the flag was purchased. The flags would be displayed throughout the town, but the majority would fly in Nygard Park.

Prior to the renovation, the future site of Nygard Park was a rundown CP Railway yard. Peter Nygård donated C$25,000 and 5000 Nygård T-shirts to the town to revitalize the area. The sale of the t-shirts raised approximately C$50,000. A portion of the donated money was set aside to cover the cost for future replacement of worn out flags.

In July 2006, the whole town celebrated the opening of the park and the raising of the 206 flags. The flags represent 193 nations, plus the 13 provincial and territorial flags of Canada. Mr. Nygård acted as the town marshal, driving in a parade through the streets of the town. He was there with Hilkka Nygård, his mother. He staged a fashion show featuring Beverly Johnson, a super model.

Flag Adoption

Flags need to be replaced every two years, due to weathering. This significant cost is offset by Flag adoptions. Adopters are noted in the Flying the Flags of the World booklets, which is updated annually.

Tourism

The Flying the Flags of the World booklet is available free of charge at the Information Centre. Inside is information regarding each flag's location and its symbolism.

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