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!

Kicking Off Our 20th Anniversary Season!

Join us for a special 20th Anniversary Summer of Fun! We’re celebrating this major milestone by doing what we do best—bringing free, fun, diverse and culturally-rich programming to your riverfront backyard.

#HRPK20: What’s Your Hudson River Park Story?

This is your Park—we want your story. Send us your favorite memories and photos from the last 20 years in Hudson River Park!

Your Park Springs Back to Life!

With so much renewed activity all along our four miles, it’s the perfect time to get back in the Park. We’ll see you out there!

Spring Cleaning at Hudson River Park

We are continually seeking ways to be better stewards for our 550 acres—from our waters to our gardens to our trees—ensuring your Park remains green in more ways than one.

Bloom Report: Cornelian Cherry Dogwood and Star Magnolia Spring to Life

Spring is finally gracing us with warm, wonderful weather and new blooms, and we can’t wait to see you along our riverfront to kick off the season.

Pier 97: Iconic Then and Now

Hudson River Park restored the infrastructure on this historic pier, reconstructing it for a bright future as a scenic, festive venue.

Bloom Report: Red Maples Lead Our Flowering Trees

Red maples are one of the first trees to blossom in the Park, and spring is beginning to offer up its first flowers in our gardens too!