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The many benefits of the Riverwalk include: protecting and preserving our natural resources, creating a cohesive and attractive pathway system, increasing tourism with a pedestrian-friendly downtown, expanding access to our historic treasures, and improving resident access to downtown and public transportation.
These benefits represent a culmination of the Riverwalk Committee's original goals, to: increase awareness and visibility of the Ipswich River in the center of Ipswich; enhance the appeal of the downtown area for residents and tourists; highlight the historic heritage of Ipswich, such as its early architecture, the Choate Bridge, Ipswich Mills Historic District, and the So-Cho shopping district; connect the historic and business districts on both sides of the river; encourage downtown pedestrian traffic to benefit local businesses; and develop and sponsor recreational activities for all ages and interests with the river as the centerpiece.
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