Programs

This two mile round-trip paddle is a chance to explore the creeks and shorelines of Freshkills Park and experience the wildlife while the site is closed to the public....MORE

 

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Freshkills Park Field R/D presents On Fieldwork, a presentation and discussion by the artist Nancy Nowacek of a site-specific 360 video created for the Field R/D program at Freshkills in 2018.

Parks were originally conceived of as spaces for the opposite of work.

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We all love parks, but where do parks come from? Who builds and maintains parks? Learn all about how parks are created, then join Freshkills Park to design your dream park. Will it include a playground? A climbing wall? A dog park?

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Wetlands are an amazing ecosystem and are home to birds, fish, plants, and animals. Join the Freshkills Park Alliance for a virtual field trip to Freshkills Park. We will learn about wetland ecosystems and meet some of the species that call wetlands home.

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Whether you are near or far, join the first “Discovery Week @ Home” from June 22-26.  Discover Freshkills Park and experience the unique landscape and spectacular views the landfill-to-park project has to offer, from home!

This year Freshkills Park has taken Discovery Day virtual and is excited to host activities and experiences created by the Freshkills Park team and community partners.

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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day as we digitally participate an interactive science fair hosted by the Staten Island Museum!!  ...MORE

Lace up your shoes for a family-friendly nature walk! ...MORE

Lace up your shoes for a family-friendly nature walk and plant pressing!...MORE

Visit the Greenbelt Nature Center and create “plantable” recycled paper while learning about the importance of native plants! ...MORE

Visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about the different ways plants disperse their seeds. Then make and test your own seed dispersal designs!...MORE

Lace up your shoes for a nature walk at Freshkills Park! Learn about the different plants and animals found in the park....MORE

Lace up your shoes for a nature walk at Freshkills Park! Learn about the different plants and animals found in the park....MORE

Lace up your shoes for a nature walk at Freshkills Park! Learn about the different plants and animals found in the park....MORE

Lace up your shoes for a nature walk at Freshkills Park! Learn about the different plants and animals found in the park....MORE

Lace up your shoes for a family-friendly nature walk at Freshkills Park! Learn about the different plants and animals found in the park....MORE