Friends of Swede Hollow and other community groups have worked for decades to preserve Swede Hollow Park's history, restore its natural beauty, and host events in this treasured green space in the heart of St. Paul. These efforts would be undone if Rush Line commuter rail is routed through the Hollow.

Today walkers and bikers who enjoy the wooded Bruce Vento Regional Trail that passes through Swede Hollow Park may see wild turkeys, deer, song birds, foxes, turtles, and many other kinds of wildlife. The Hollow has provided educational opportunities for adjacent schools including Hope Community Academy and Metro State University. It is centered within historic structures such as the old Hamm's Brewery, First Lutheran Church (celebrating 150 years), and the iconic 7th Street Improvement Arches.

Swede Hollow Park has inspired music by Peter Ostroushko and an original opera by composer Ann Millikan. It is a favorite venue for Mixed Precipitation's picnic operettas. The annual Art in the Hollow festival attracts talented local and regional artists and performers.

The park also features a permanent sculpture known as the Swede Hollow "henge." Every autumn Friends of Swede Hollow hosts a gathering at the henge where people share their memories of this unique and beloved park (join us in the Hollow on Oct. 11 for our 10th annual get together).

Tell the Rush Line Corridor Task Force PAC to keep commuter rail out of beautiful Swede Hollow Park by signing this petition and passing it along.