Park Stories

Discover the latest from Hudson River Park! Find fun tips for your next visit, read up on upcoming events and dig deeper into exciting Park initiatives.

Whether you’re interested in our environmental research, educational offerings, sustainability initiatives, cultural programming, volunteer opportunities or vibrant year-round horticulture and wildlife, you’ve come to the right place. Enjoy getting to know your west side backyard!

Welcome Back to the Wetlab

This month, our River Project team opened the Wetlab once again to the public! The Wetlab is a Hudson River aquarium and marine biology field station located on the south side of HRPK's Pier 40.

Nourishing Wellness While Serving the Community

Becca Rushin, Vice President of Sustainability and Social Responsibility at Jamestown – a dedicated, longtime Corporate Member – shared how their partnership with HRPK aligns with their mission, why their team loves volunteering in the Park and more.

Announcing the 2021 Event Season

While we have loved seeing you tune in for our virtual programs from all over the world, we are thrilled to bring back live, in-person events this year!

Help Bring a One-of-a-Kind Science-Themed Playground to HRPK

Hudson River Park’s Pier 26 has sparked the imaginations of visitors with a design inspired by our waterfront’s native ecology. Soon there will be even more for families to discover and enjoy at this beloved destination.

Celebrating Two Years of Choosing Park Over Plastic

As we celebrate this milestone in our parkwide movement to fight plastic pollution, we’re taking a look back at the achievements of our Park community.

Discover David Hammons’s Day’s End

One of the largest pieces of public art completed in the United States this year is now on permanent view in Hudson River Park.

Kicking off Our 2021 Volunteer Season

The arrival of spring means the beginning of the Volunteer Program season, and we can't wait to welcome our community back into the field. Learn what's in store in 2021!