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!

Join HRPK’s Free Virtual STEM Summer Camp

HRPK's six-week virtual summer camp program welcomes all ages, completely free! Tune in weekly for live lessons, interactive crafts, activities and experiments about local wildlife, the Hudson River and more.

eDNA Tells New Stories About HRPK’s Estuarine Sanctuary

Learn about eDNA, an emerging tool that Park scientists are using to gain a greater understanding of local fish biodiversity.

Discover Your Virtual Summer of Fun

HRPK’s first ever virtual Summer of Fun brings all of the music, movement, learning and laughter of summer in the Park to your home.

A Year of Choosing #ParkOverPlastic

One year ago, Hudson River Park kicked off Park Over Plastic, our initiative to eliminate single-use plastics and further Park sustainability goals. We're excited to share our progress!

An Earth Day Thank You to Our Volunteers

For our team, the Park’s tulips don’t just symbolize spring renewal; they serve as a living symbol of our dedicated Park community. Read an Earth Day tribute to the hard work of HRPK's Volunteers!

STEM Activity of the Week

Take part in our STEM Activity of the Week series, and enjoy hands-on activities that are a fun and engaging way to connect with the Hudson River from anywhere.

A Window Into Spring in HRPK

Hudson River Park has experienced a record-early spring this year. In fact, we spotted our first daffodils all the way back in February. In the weeks since, the Park's four miles have continued to bloom. Photos of this vibrant seasonal transition have brought us hope during a challenging time. While ...