The Emerald Necklace is Here For You

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Welcome to Frederick Law Olmsted’s Emerald Necklace

Boston and Brookline’s historic and vibrant park system

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Emerald Necklace Conservancy

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The Emerald Necklace Conservancy is the proud recipient of the 2020 Preservation Massachusetts Fredrick Law Olmsted Award!

Lights in the Necklace Staying On Through March!

February 12, 2021

Lights in the Necklace celebrates the power of our urban parks to bring us together and light the way in challenging times. On view now from dusk to 9pm at select bridges in the Emerald Necklace. Extended to March 31 by popular demand!

The Emerald Necklace is Here For You

December 24, 2020

With more than 1,100 acres to spread out in and explore, the Emerald Necklace parks remain open at this time. Click through for tips on responsibly visiting the parks and resources to connect with the parks from home.

Winter on the Emerald Necklace

December 23, 2020

This winter, we are excited to continue virtual programming into the colder months by offering more online yoga classes, virtual park tours, a trivia night, educational resources and so much more!

Download or Print Our Emerald Necklace Map

December 22, 2020

Digital, ready-to-print copies of our map of the full Emerald Necklace system, as well as maps of each Emerald Necklace park, are available for viewing and download. Discover your new favorite park!

The Results of Our Children’s Drawing Contest!

December 21, 2020

We received 27 submissions from park lovers ages 2 – 10 with their best Emerald Necklace-inspired art; each entry from our youngest creatives truly captures the wonders of nature. Thanks to all who entered and congratulations to our winners!

Stay Connected with the Parks Online

December 20, 2020

Looking to explore the Emerald Necklace from home? Check out our list of virtual activities, environmental lessons and curated media: perfect for discovering your parks from your yard or indoors.

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Tree care alert! Piles of potential firewood at the golf course parking lot - will be there till Monday. Free for the taking. Thanks to @EmNecklaceBos and the Liff Fund for keeping #FranklinPark trees healthy.