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2018
Project Announced/City of Orlando Approval
Project Announced/City of Orlando Approval

The Packing District is a 202-acre transformational project centered at the intersection of Princeton Street and Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando, preserving and recapturing a defining part of our community’s history while providing a vibrant base of living and commerce. Historic buildings will be repurposed, integrated with new uses, and…
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Dr. Phillips Charities Gifts $8.9M to Build New YMCA Family Center in The Packing District
Dr. Phillips Charities Gifts $8.9M to Build New YMCA Family Center in The Packing District

Located at the planned roundabout at Princeton Street and Texas Avenue on the north end of Orlando’s newest regional park, the YMCA Family Center will have 24,500 square feet of space spanning two stories and play host to key programs for the community while also integrating with The Packing District’s…
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2019
Park Construction Begins
Park Construction Begins

Dr. Phillips Charities announced its gift of more than 100 acres of land adjacent to the District to the City of Orlando to make way for a regional park that would serve as a hub for wellness programs and provide a site for amenities, including the city’s tennis center, bike…
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Embrey First to Break Ground in The Packing District
Embrey First to Break Ground in The Packing District

Embrey Partners Ltd., a nationally recognized multifamily residential developer, held its ceremonial groundbreaking in November 2019 for work on its newest project within The Packing District, a transformational mixed-use development taking shape near College Park in Orlando. Called The Cannery at The Packing District, the project is the first to break…
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2020
Dr. Phillips Gifts $1.5M Pavilion to City of Orlando for The Packing District Park
The Packing District Park Pavilion

Dr. Phillips Charities, the community builder behind the $700-million transformational The Packing District taking shape near College Park in Orlando, gifted $1.5 million to the City of Orlando to cover construction costs of a pavilion for arts and community engagement in the regional park. The 6,000-sq. ft. pavilion will be a venue…
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4Roots Farm Campus Signs Lease with City of Orlando for 18 Acres Within The Packing District
Conceptual Rendering of 4Roots Farm Campus

The City of Orlando approved a lease for an 18-acre 4Roots Farm Campus, a project of The 4R Foundation. The farm campus will bring complementary improvements that protect the wetlands and steward the land in natural and useful ways that benefit the surrounding community.

City of Orlando approves an $18.1 million road improvement package
City of Orlando approves an $18.1 million road improvement package

The road improvements to the intersection of N. Orange Blossom Trail and Princeton Street in the Packing District will include the addition of a roundabout, the repaving of streets, sidewalks and bike paths, the installation of bike racks, benches, street lights and construction of utility facilities.

Construction Begins on Streetscape
Construction Begins on Streetscape

Primary streets will be reoriented for pedestrians and cyclists with complete street upgrades.

2021
YMCA Construction to Begin
YMCA Construction to Begin

The YMCA Family Center in The Packing District was initiated through a gift of $8.9 million and the land from Dr. Phillips Charities. Once complete, the new Family Center will offer state-of-the art wellness equipment and specialized programs to promote healthy living for every age and ability.

4Roots Breaks Ground In The Packing District
4Roots Breaks Ground In The Packing District

The 18-acre 4Roots Farm Campus, is being developed in the Packing District to serve as a community crossroads that connects and serves everyone – farmers, students, professionals, and families.  At its basic level, it is focused on educating and inspiring them to realize their respective roles in building a better food…
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2022
Toll Brothers Townhome Model Center To Begin Construction
Conceptual rendering of townhomes

Dr. Phillips Charities is teaming up with Pennsylvania-based Toll Brothers to build 135 townhomes on eight acres within The Packing District’s regional park, creating a natural synergy for two organizations known for their philanthropic efforts. The three-story townhomes with optional roof top terraces will create exciting and beautiful views of…
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Embrey’s The Cannery to Open to Residents
Embrey’s The Cannery to Open to Residents

The Cannery at The Packing District is a luxury Class A multifamily project developed by Embrey. Embrey’s The Cannery will provide 307 residential units that featured amenities include a pool and courtyard; two additional courtyards with entertainment areas; a lounge with roof deck; a resident lounge, a Wi-Fi lounge and…
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Park Scheduled to be Complete
Park Scheduled to be Complete

Dr. Phillips Charities gifted more than 100 acres of land adjacent to the District to the City of Orlando to make way for a regional park that serves as a hub for wellness programs and provides a site for amenities, including the city’s tennis center, bike trails, running trails and…
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Publix To Begin Construction
Publix To Begin Construction

Publix to begin construction on the 27,512 square ft of supermarket space in the Packing District. Located on the northeast corner of Princeton Street and Orange Blossom Trail, the supermarket will sit on the same location as the original Dr. Phillips packing house and will feature traditional grocery, dairy and…
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Juice Stand Scheduled to be Complete
Juice Stand Scheduled to be Complete

Located at the northeast corner of Princeton Street and Orange Blossom Trail, the juice stand replica will serve as a landmark for The Packing District and pay homage to the citrus industry in the area. Read more.

Tennis Center Scheduled to be Complete
Tennis Center Scheduled to be Complete

The relocated Orlando Tennis Centre has 17 courts: 11 hard clay and 6 hard. The new center offers improved facilities and tennis courts for tennis players of all skill levels to enjoy.

Toll Brothers Opens Model Center
Conceptual Rendering of Townhomes. Courtesy Toll Brothers.

Dr. Phillips Charities is teaming up with Pennsylvania-based Toll Brothers to build 135 townhomes on eight acres within The Packing District’s regional park, creating a natural synergy for two organizations known for their philanthropic efforts. The three-story townhomes with optional roof top terraces will create exciting and beautiful views of the park and lake.

Food Hall to Begin Construction
Food Hall to Begin Construction

A 22,000-square-foot food hall with a micro-brewery and test kitchen are in the works.

2023
Phase One of 4Roots Farm Campus Scheduled to be Complete
Phase One of 4Roots Farm Campus Scheduled to be Complete

Phase one of the 18-acre 4Roots Farm Campus is scheduled to open to the public! The Farm Campus is being developed in the Packing District to serve as a community crossroads that connects and serves everyone – farmers, students, professionals, and families. At its basic level, it is focused on…
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Streetscape Scheduled Completion at Princeton and Orange Blossom Trail
Streetscape Scheduled Completion at Princeton and Orange Blossom Trail

Primary streets are reoriented for pedestrians and cyclists with complete street upgrades.

Food Hall Scheduled to be Complete
Food Hall Scheduled to be Complete

The 22,400-square-foot food hall is one component of a larger site plan to redevelop the southeast corner of Princeton and Orange Blossom Trail, a site spanning 205,000 square feet. Dap design has been selected as the architect for the food hall, charged with preserving and converting the historic building. Overall…
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Publix Scheduled to be Complete
Publix Scheduled to be Complete

The new supermarket will sit on the same location as the original Dr. Phillips packing house and will feature traditional grocery, dairy and frozen food departments along with a full-service bakery, deli, pharmacy, seafood, meat and a fresh produce department. Read More