Parks & Recreation
The Parks & Recreation Department provides residents and visitors with clean, green, safe, and accessible open space in more than 2,200 acres of park land throughout the city.
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Annual Rose Garden Party
The Rose Garden Party is a fundraiser and kick-off event for ParkARTS, Mayor Menino’s initiative to present free yearlong program of arts, cultural and enrichment programs and events in our park system.
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2012 Garden Contest Nominations Now Open
Part of Mayor Menino's on-going citywide beautification initiative, the Garden Contest recognizes gardeners who have landscaped, planted flowers, trees, and shrubs, and, in the process, beautified their own small piece of Boston. Residents, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to nominate their own or a neighbor's garden, window box, or yard.
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Copley Square Trees: Plans for removal/replacement
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department held a public meeting on May 9 to discuss the removal of diseased London Plane trees in Copley Square Park, the planting of new tree species, and the inoculation and pruning of those trees not to be removed. The tree work will be completed by mid-June.
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Parks Department Embraces Sustainability
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the release of its Sustainable Design Guidelines. In addition, the Department announced that the William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park has received certification in Environmental Planning from the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses.
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Parks Capital Projects Search
Parks Capital Project Search Use City of Boston MAPS to view data on the Parks Department's capital projects.
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Army Corps Advertises Phase I Construction for Muddy River Project
On January 18, 2012 the Army Corps of Engineers advertised for a contractor to complete Phase I of the Muddy River Project. The Muddy River Project is a unique effort by federal, state, and local governments to improve flood control by restoring an historic urban waterway.
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Brewer Fountain Unveiled
Mayor Menino joined Parks Commissioner Toni Pollak to unveil the renovated Brewer Fountain in Boston Common. The $643,000 project included a complete restoration and conservation of the bronze and cast iron components of the fountain as well as the modernization of the mechanical parts responsible for the functionality of the sculpture as a fountain.
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Asian Longhorned Beetle: Spring 2012 Update
Asian Longhorn Beetles (ALB) were discovered in 6 trees at the Faulkner Hospital in Jamaica Plain in July 2010. Thanks to the awareness of the grounds crew, the infestation was caught early. Since the onset, more than 70,000 trees have been surveyed and no other ALB damage has been identified. Environmental Monitoring will also continue throughout 2012. MA ALB Cooperative Eradication Program staff will begin canvassing for participant releases in early May.
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Historic Burying Grounds Initiative
Did you know that the Granary Burying Ground was once bordered by both an asylum and a poorhouse? Discover more interesting facts about one of Boston’s most famous historical sites, as well as details regarding its new landscape, in the Historic Burying Grounds Initiative’s Summer Newsletter.
Forms, Permits & Applications
- Street Closing Permit Application
- Athletic Facility Permit Application
- Special Events Permit Application
- Wedding & Photography Policy
- Tree and Bench Donation Application
- Guide to Special Events
- Planning and Improvement Checklist
Service Requests
Reports & Publications
- 2011 Annual Report
- Open Space Plan
- Boston Parks & You: Park Partnership Opportunities
- Dog Recreation Space Ordinance
- Dog Recreation Space Ordinance Extension
News & Press Releases »
- Boston Blooms Brightens City Neighborhoods
- ParkARTS Watercolor Workshops Return in June
- City of Boston Memorial Day Observances
- Red Sox Pitcher Rich Hill Joins Mayor Menino for Tomato Plant Giveaway
- City To Remove Diseased Copley Square Trees
Calendar »
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See a listing of upcoming events at Boston's Parks.
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Upcoming Meetings »
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The public is invited to provide input to the Parks Department through community meetings.
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Videos & Multimedia »
- Ringgold Park Fountain Unveiling & Coffee Hour
Mayor Menino and the Parks Department celebrate the newest renovations of Ringgold Park with South End residents.Watch Video » - Return of the Swans
Mayor Menino hosted the "Return of the Swans" to the Public Garden Lagoon. A parade began at the corner of Charles/Beacon Streets and the swans Romeo and Juliet were released from their enclosed carts onto the shore adjacent to the Swan BoatsWatch Video »
Social Media »
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Related Links
- Arnold Arboretum
- Boston Centers for Youth & Families
- Boston Common Frog Pond
- Boston Common Parking Garage
- BostonHarborIslands.com
- Boston Natural Areas Network
- Boston Swan Boats
- Emerald Necklace Conservancy
- Franklin Park Coalition
- FranklinParkZoo.org
- Friends of Jamaica Pond
- Friends of the Public Garden
- MA Department of Conservation & Recreation
- Rose Kennedy Greenway
- Privacy & Security
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