Innovative Sensory Treehouse Set to Open in Gwinnett: A Haven for Enrichment

March 20, 2024
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🌳 The Gist: Gwinnett County is set to reveal its pioneering Sensory Treehouse, designed to provide unique enrichment experiences for children with disabilities.

🎉 The Details: The grand unveiling of Gwinnett’s Sensory Treehouse is slated for Thursday, March 21, at 2:30 p.m. at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center at 2020 Clean Water Drive in Buford. This 20-foot-tall architectural marvel, complete with a 340-foot-long steel walkway, aims to offer an immersive, multisensory experience for people of all ages, particularly benefiting those with disabilities.

The structure is accentuated by a viewing platform, an activity area, and a high-hanging hammock. Future enhancements include a captivating circular audio-visual zone with a domed ceiling to broaden its educational and entertainment value. Collaborative efforts with educational institutions will further its reach, making it a community-centric initiative, supported by the 2017 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax.

📍 By The Numbers:

  • Height of the Treehouse: 20 feet
  • Length of the walkway: 340 feet
  • Unveiling Date: Thursday, March 21, 2:30 p.m.

🗣️ What’s Next?: After the ribbon-cutting, the Sensory Treehouse will begin its journey as a pivotal educational and leisure destination.


🌳 The Gist: Gwinnett County is set to reveal its pioneering Sensory Treehouse, designed to provide unique enrichment experiences for children with disabilities.
Thom Chandler

Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.