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What’s Happening in the Park
December 2, 2024
| Horticulture, Park
Camellias in Madison Square Park
Just when we thought New York was entering into the dark, cold glum of winter, Madison Square Park’s camellias begin to bloom.
November 20, 2024
| Park, Sustainability
Climate Change in NYC Parks
Madison Square Park received no rainfall during the entire month of October 2024 - far below New York City’s monthly October average of 4 inches.
October 30, 2024
| Art
Brooke Kamin Rapaport to Step Down as Artistic Director at Madison Square Park Conservancy
During Rapaport’s Tenure, the Conservancy Has Expanded its Ambitious Public Art Commissioning Program, Bringing a Range of Celebrated Artist Voices to the Park
October 25, 2024
| Horticulture
Falling into Autumn
As the vibrant energy of New York City transitions from the heat of summer to the crisp winds of autumn, Madison Square Park offers a stunning display of transformation.
October 24, 2024
| Art
Watch Now: “Advancing Public Art”
Now available on video and the Conservancy YouTube channel, please see here to view the recording of the 2024 MSPC Art Symposium: "Advancing Public Art"
October 8, 2024
| Support
Taste of Asia Raises Funds to Support Madison Square Park and Apex for Youth
New York, NY - On Tuesday, October 8th, Taste of Asia held its third inaugural event in New York’s iconic Madison Square Park, which gathered 40 of New York’s leading restaurants to celebrate the city’s vibrant Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities and its cuisine. The high-profile tasting event raised nearly $1.4 million in support of Apex for Youth and Madison Square Park Conservancy.
October 2, 2024
| Park, Sustainability
One Year of Big Bellies in Madison Square Park
Over the past year, you may have taken note of our new solar-operated (and rodent proof!) Big Belly waste systems here in Madison Square Park.
September 27, 2024
| Horticulture, Park
Dive into our Reflecting Pool Aquatic Garden
One of our favorite places in the park is the Reflecting Pool, where the aquatic garden features three varieties of hardy water lilies.
September 18, 2024
| Horticulture, Park
Meet the MSPC Team: Michael
Meet Michael, Horticulture and Turfcare Associate at Madison Square Park who recently joined the MSPC team after building a career in landscaping and horticulture.
August 27, 2024
| Horticulture, Volunteer
Meet MSPC’s Horticulture Volunteers
Read about our Horticulture Volunteers, committed individuals helping maintain the beautiful gardens you experience throughout the year.
June 26, 2024
| Horticulture, Park
Summer Blooms in Madison Square Park
This summer, visitors to Madison Square Park can experience over 2,000 custom-grown flowers blooming around park monuments and water features.
Meet the Associate Board: Nina Vascotto
Recently, we sat down with Nina to discuss their connection to the park and why they decided to dedicate their time to the Associate Board.
Now Live: The 2024 MSPC Community Survey
Make you voice heard today: take the 2024 MSPC Community Survey
May 28, 2024
| Horticulture
The Bees of Madison Square Park
Read about the importance of native bees to the ecosystem as well as the diversity of bee species in Madison Square Park.
Meet Toula!
If Toula could tell the visitors of Madison Square Park one thing, she would say I hope you enjoy the park as much as I do!
Meet the Associate Board: Regina Warga
Recently, we sat down with Regina, a native New Yorker, to discuss their connection to the park and why they decided to dedicate their time to the Associate Board.
April 30, 2024
| Food & Waste, Sustainability
Waste Reduction in Madison Square Park
April may have been Earth month, but sustainability efforts at Madison Square Park are part of our everyday operation.
April 11, 2024
| Horticulture
The State of our Trees 2023
Each year, our team completes a thorough tree inspection and assessment to determine the health of our trees. This allows us to identify which trees need extra care and which require pruning––a process needed to help us plan for the future
March 19, 2024
| Horticulture, Sustainability
Spring Garden Practices
Learn how we support biodiversity and maintain the health of our ecosystem here in the park by "cutting back" in the spring.
February 23, 2024
| Horticulture, Plant Collections
Wonderful Witch Hazels
The genus 'Hamamelis' contains about five species, all of which can be found in Madison Square Park’s Nationally Accredited collection.
February 21, 2024
| Dogs
Meet Maizey!
Maizey is the 8-year-old Golden Retriever of Mad. Friend Rachel Craft. Discover why Maizey loves Madison Square Park!
January 17, 2024
| Horticulture
Pruning in the Park
Each January, all trees in Madison Square Park are inspected for structural issues, damage, and preventative maintenance
December 20, 2023
| Horticulture
The Great Tree Search 2023
Nominate a tree: NYC Parks is recognizing and cataloging the great trees in our city that make up our urban forest
A Conversation with Ami McKay, author of ‘The Witches Of New York’
In preparation for the spooky season, we connected with Ami McKay, author of The Witches Of New York, to discuss why she chose to set her enchanted Gilded Age tale in and around historic Madison Square Park.
Meet Radley!
Radley is the 4-year-old Brussels Griffon of Mad. Friends Carol “Cookie” and Mike Woltz. Discover why Radley loves Madison Square Park!
October 4, 2023
| Community
Sukkot in Madison Square Park
Our team met with Rabbi Levi Shmotkin, Director at Chabad for Young Professionals to discuss the sukkah in Madison Square Park.
September 28, 2023
| Horticulture, Plant Collections
Horticulture Spotlight – Hibiscus
The bright red saucers of Cranberry Crush eastern rosemallow (Hibiscus moscheutos ‘Cranberry Crush’) have been stunning this season.
August 29, 2023
| Horticulture
Street Trees and Resilient Understory Plantings
The bareness of the soil in the tree wells of our city is caused by many factors, including soil compaction, soils with high pH levels & calcium contents, and, most notably, excrement from our four-legged friends.
August 7, 2023
| Horticulture, Plant Collections
Cultural Ties to Gardens
New York is a city of small shared gardens, many often found in reclaimed spaces. Private gardens adorn balconies and backyards, while some gardens remain hidden from view on rooftops.
July 13, 2023
| Community, Sustainability
Plastic Free July
As we begin our campaign here in the park, our staff, partners, and volunteers will raise awareness about reducing single-use and other plastic waste by reusing, donating, and more.
This is Your Park
As an independent non-profit, we rely entirely on the support of our community to keep our park clean and green for everyone to enjoy. Become a Mad. Friend, join our Art Council, or learn about other ways to give to your park today.