Discover the beauty of Franklin Park’s feathered friends with Nature Man Mike! Join the Franklin Park Coalition for guided bird walks where you’ll enjoy fresh air, learn about local wildlife, and connect with neighbors in a fun and relaxed way. These walks aren’t just about spotting birds—they’re about building community. Every step taken together strengthens the […]
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Celebrate the unveiling of P.L.A.Y.© (Play Learn Athletic Youth)—a new public art project at Dewitt Playground in Madison Park, designed by artist Marlon Forrester in collaboration with Studio Luz and BR+A+CE. The project reimagines the basketball court as both a neighborhood gathering space and a living canvas. Alongside the ribbon cutting, experience Out of Bounds, a live art […] |
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Join the Conservancy team for a free open house at our Back Bay Fens Shattuck Visitor Center! We hope you will learn about our work stewarding the Emerald Necklace parks while enjoying tours, games, and more in the historic Stony Brook Gatehouse. RSVP is encouraged but not required, sign up below: window.bboxInit = function […]
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Join Emerald Necklace Conservancy staff and volunteers in the Kelleher Rose Garden to deadhead and prune roses and to weed the rose beds and borders. Training and tools are provided. Registration is required in order to participate. Those who register will automatically receive an email with further details, including the necessary waiver to sign and specific information […] |
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Channel your inner artist at this cozy fall event! Learn how to paint a beautiful Emerald Necklace landscape over a glass of wine at the historic James Michael Curley House. All materials will be provided by Paint the Town. Registration is required, must be 21 or older to attend. Ticket includes two alcoholic beverages per […]
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Join Emerald Necklace Conservancy staff and volunteers with land stewardship work in the Emerald Necklace parks! This month, we will be working in Olmsted Park. Registration is required in order to participate in this event. Those who register will automatically receive an email with further details, including the necessary waivers to sign and specific information on where […] |
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The Charlesgate Farmers Market returns for the 2025 season! Head to the intersection of Comm Ave and Charlesgate East & West starting Sunday, June 22 for farm-fresh produce, prepared foods and other local goods.
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The Muddy River Initiative and American Red Cross are teaming up for a cleanup - both onshore and aboard the Muddy River boats! Plus, the American Red Cross will be hosting a CPR demonstration at the Farmers Market. |
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Join us for a day of cultural activities in the Fenway neighborhood. The Emerald Necklace Conservancy invites visitors to take a walk in the park with events at the Shattuck Visitor Center! Sign up for the 11:00AM Back Bay Fens Tour HERE. Check back later this year for more information!
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What do a 17th-century Japanese Temple Bell, a bridge made of Roxbury puddingstone, and a tree once thought extinct have in common? They all reside in the Back Bay Fens. Learn about these and other treasures on a guided walking tour of the Back Bay Fens that is sure to bring out the history detective […] |
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The Boston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with USATF New England, invites runners of all ages to take part in the 35th annual Mayor’s Cup Cross Country Tournament at Franklin Park. The event will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, continuing a proud tradition of competitive and community cross country racing in Boston’s […]
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What do a 17th-century Japanese Temple Bell, a bridge made of Roxbury puddingstone, and a tree once thought extinct have in common? They all reside in the Back Bay Fens. Learn about these and other treasures on a guided walking tour of the Back Bay Fens that is sure to bring out the history detective […] |
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Stop by 350 Jamaicaway on your Halloween route for candy and goodies from the Emerald Necklace Conservancy team! |
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