Free Play

"Free Play" is a documentary highlighting how a mother’s perseverance in the face of adversity led to the creation of Middle Tennessee’s largest all inclusive playground. In a desire to provide an inclusive place for her daughter Tabitha, who was a wheelchair user, Karen West spearheaded the creation of the Gallatin Miracle park. The park has several features that cater specifically to children with physical and mental disabilities and facilitates authentic interactions between children with and without disabilities. Through talking to Karen, other parents of children with special needs, and specialists in the field of disability as it relates to child development, "Free Play" shows how inclusive parks bring meaning and vitality to the lives of children and families who have access.