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The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is excited to launch the ABC Forever Young Program, inviting older adults to enjoy a spring filled with fun, fitness, and fellowship.
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is excited to launch the ABC Forever Young Program, inviting older adults to enjoy a spring filled with fun, fitness, and fellowship.
Check out some of the awesome opportunities we have for youth employment at the Parks Department this summer!
Thomas W. Piper was a devout Baptist church-goer and became a sexton at the large, prosperous Warren Avenue Baptist Church in Boston’s South End. But he was also a convicted serial killer.
Melnea Cass, known as “ The First Lady of Roxbury”, was a noted community organizer and activist who pushed and protested for educational and economic opportunities for African Americans.
Mayor Michelle Wu, in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), invites Boston girls aged 7 to 12 to participate in the annual All...
Boston's Parks and Recreations will host the first annual Duck Boat Pull, an event that benefits youth sports programming!
In the latest post from the Historic Burying Grounds Initiative, we explore the journey of uncovering the history of Bennington Street Cemetery through detailed mapping and research.
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration will open on February 3 at 12:00 p.m. for the 2025 Summer Sports Centers at Franklin Park Playstead in Franklin Park...
Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for February school vacation week 2025. From sports clinics, to our annual Children’s Festival, and...
Looking for a fun way to stay active this winter? The Boston Parks and Recreation Department invites students, families, and community members to take part in Open Gym at the Carter Playground Bubble...
Northeast Triangle Opens New Year’s Day; Full Project Completion Anticipated by Spring 2025
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is excited to launch the 2025 Youth Flag Football League, a free co-ed sports program that runs from January 4 to February 8 in the Carter Playground Bubble...
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department announced today that Boston-based Flour Bakery has been selected as the vendor to manage the Boston Common Concession Pavilion.
Youth hockey teams from across Boston will hit the ice to compete for the title of “Boston’s Best” at the 2024 Mayor’s Cup Ice Hockey Tournament. Hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department...
Mark your calendars and prepare to join us to celebrate the holiday season with their schedule of annual lighting celebrations in City of Boston parks!
Mayor Michelle Wu joined Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Trust for Public Land (TPL), students, teachers, and community members to cut the ribbon on a new, climate-resilient schoolyard at...
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a qualified vendor to manage the daily operations and maintenance of the Boston Common Concession Pavilion. This opportunity invites businesses to...
With the help of the Freedom Trail Foundation, the Historic Burying Grounds Initiative has completed a restoration of the cast iron fence along Tremont Street at King’s Chapel Burying Ground.
Mayor Michelle Wu today joined Boston Parks and Recreation Director of Capital Planning Cathy Baker-Eclipse and Egleston Square community members to celebrate the City of Boston’s acquisition of the...
Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods joined Friends of O’Day Playground, Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA), and South End residents to cut the ribbon on O’Day Playground. The...
Pruning picks up with new practice.
Mayor Michelle Wu joined Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods, Community Preservation Act Office Director Thadine Brown, elected officials, and community members during the annual Arborfield Road...
Mayor Michelle Wu was joined by Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods, elected officials, and members of the Back Bay community to cut the ribbon on renovations to the Clarendon Street Play Area. The...
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the winners of the 28th annual Mayor’s Garden Contest in a ceremony celebrating the exceptional efforts of Boston’s urban gardeners. The competition recognizes residents...
Mayor Michelle Wu was joined by Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods in Hyde Park on Monday, August 5, to cut the ribbon on improvements to McGann Playground. The celebration marks the completion of...
Mayor Michelle Wu was joined by Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods, Chief Climate Officer Brian Swett, Boston Housing Authority Administrator Kenzie Bok, and Orchard Gardens community members on...
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department are excited to announce the 2024 Mayor's Cup Tennis Tournament. Athletes ages 8-18 will have the opportunity to battle for “Boston’s...
A total of 1,200 new trees were planted along Boston’s streets this spring!
Mayor Michelle Wu joined Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods, elected officials, and the Dorchester community on June 26 to cut the ribbon on improvements to Mother’s Rest Park at Four Corners. The...
