RICHMOND, Va. -- Inspired by the classic parental challenge of keeping his kid entertained, a local entrepreneur has brought an indoor playground to Stony Point Fashion Park.
Dan Jenkins recently opened Sunshine Play at the South Richmond mall. The children’s play space features a ball pit and slides, play kitchen, games and toys among other equipment.
The playground is the first of several elements Jenkins has in mind for the business. An on-premises toy store is expected to open later this month and a cafe is in the works in a nearby storefront at the mall.
Jenkins estimated that he spent under $100,000 to launch Sunshine, which opened in December. He was motivated to create the concept because he felt like there weren’t enough indoor activities in the area for his 3-year-old son, Beau.
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