Divisions
Natural
Resources Group
Team of biologists, natural
resource managers, mapping scientists and restoration
ecologists that develops and implements management
programs for the protection, acquisition, and
restoration of the City's natural resources.
Urban
Park Rangers
Learn how the Urban Park
Rangers serve our parks, from enforcing regulations,
educating the public, conservation, and by making
our parks safe.
Marketing
& Special Events
Parks division that is responsible
for organizing numerous free events for the
public.
GreenApple Corps
This AmeriCorps initiative of New York City Parks & Recreation began in October 2004. The goal of the GreenApple Corps program is to immerse Corps members in a variety of work and learning experiences to provide them with technical skills, practical knowledge, and unparalleled personal development opportunities.
Capital
Projects Division
Capital Projects handles
the redesigning and rebuilding of Parks' sites.
From skate parks to restoration projects, see
what is being done to improve Parks property.
GreenThumb
GreenThumb is the nation's
largest urban gardening program, assisting 700
neighborhood groups in the creation and maintenance
of community gardens aimed at increasing civic
participation and encouraging neighborhood revitalization.
Historic
House Trust
Not-for-profit organization
that oversees the historic house museums
in New York City. Information for each museum,
including address and hours of operation, is
provided.