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This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. A prominent feature of Marcus Garvey Park and its neighborhood, the historic Mount Morris Fire Watchtower ...
When you join a recreation center with a pool, you'll have access to year-round swimming and the chance to attend free aquatics programs such as Learn to Swim. Your membership will give you access to ...
This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. Schist—which can be seen in Morningside Park, Marcus Garvey Memorial Park, and J Hood Wright Park—is an ...
Sleep under the stars! Camp overnight in our parks with our Urban Park Rangers as your hosts and guides. Pitch a tent under the stars and settle in for a night of adventure. Some of our ...
Broadway isn't the only place to experience great theater this summer! Throughout the season, free plays ranging from Shakespearian classics to new works by emerging playwrights are being staged in ...
Summer Sports Experience is an instructional youth programs that teaches sports skills. Our knowledgeable Parks staff train kids in sports such as basketball, ball hockey, kickball, flag football, ...
Even when school's out, our parks are still the city's natural classroom! Bring your kids to parks throughout the city for Kids Week during the break. With programs led by our Urban Park Rangers, kids ...
This project will reconstruct the courtyard, gardens, paths, and fencing at Seward Park. The completion date has changed. To learn more about why schedules change, please visit the How We Build Parks ...
Water Exercise offers a stress-free time to swim, improve health and fitness by participating in an instructor-led water exercise class, and socialize with others, while enjoying the benefits of the ...
NYC Parks Stewardship - Private NYC Parks is investing in the future and we need your help. Our volunteers help with forest and wetland restoration, planting and pruning street trees, harvesting and ...
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC’s playgrounds, including organized sports, games, ...
NYC Parks is the source of free outdoor events. From concerts, movies, sports and fitness, to events for kids and seniors, there’s always something to do in a park near you. Here is a list of free and ...