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Jun 09, 2025

Playground built in memory of three Mass. children killed in 2023 unveiled

A playground dedicated to the memory of three children killed in 2023 was unveiled in Duxbury, Massachusetts, Sunday afternoon. Each element of the park was a thoughtful memory of Cora, Dawson and

A playground dedicated to the memory of three children killed in 2023 was unveiled in Duxbury, Massachusetts, Sunday afternoon.

Each element of the park was a thoughtful memory of Cora, Dawson and Callan Clancy.

The children's mother, Lindsay Clancy, is accused of strangling them in the family's Duxbury home in 2023 before attempting to take her own life.

On Sunday, children filled the playground, which was built over four days by hundreds of volunteers.

For many, it's a beautiful tribute to three beautiful little ones.

"I think it's just so lovely that this park came out of such a terrible tragedy, and the kids now have such a beautiful place that they're remembered by, and our community definitely benefits from that," said Leah Iodice.

A photo of the Clancy children welcomes families to the playground.

The Heard Foundation, a local non-profit, helped build the park and said it's designed to be accessible for children of all ages and abilities.

According to a Heard Foundation Facebook post, the playground incorporated small aspects in memory of each Clancy child.

"A cozy toddler area for Callan, a vibrant purple structure for Cora—her favorite color and a sweet nod to Princess Sofia—and a firefighter panel for Dawson’s deep admiration of first responders," the post read.

Families say it's a beautiful and special tribute that they hope to enjoy for many years to come.