WASHINGTON PARK CONSERVANCY

The Washington Park Conservancy was founded in 1985
to preserve, protect and promote historic Washington Park in Albany, New York.

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NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS

Annual Meeting & Spring Social

Dear Conservancy members, friends, and supporters, We hope you are enjoying the longer, warmer days as we welcome spring back to Washington Park. Please join us to kick off the Park’s new season at the Washington Park Conservancy’s Annual Meeting & Spring Social...
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Save the Date for September Splendor!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 23  for the Conservancy's major fundraiser of the year! An end-of-season tradition, September Splendor is a one-of-a-kind event that raises funds to preserve and improve historic Washington Park. Enjoy a great party with...
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Volunteer Profile: Bill Lemmon

Long-term Conservancy board member Bill Lemmon recently rotated off the board and onto the Advisory Committee .Bill first joined the board more than twenty years ago (the exact date may be lost in the mists of time) and was a passionate and steadfast supporter of...
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Tulip Dig & Sale

Presented by the Washington Park Conservancy in conjunction with The Department of General Services and the City of Albany Saturday and Sunday, May 20 and 21 This annual rite of spring in Washington Park  is eagerly anticipated by area residents and avid gardeners...
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Upcoming Events

The Washington Park Conservancy is planning a carefully selected schedule of activities for the Park’s 2023 season.  Weare also working to develop and promote Park events with city,  neighborhood and community partners.  Please check our Events Calendar regularly for the latest event information. You can also keep in touch with Conservancy activities through our E-newsletter, and our Facebook page.

Albany residents and visitors are lucky to have beautiful Washington Park in the heart of our city and we encourage everyone to enjoy all it offers. When you visit the Park, please follow guidelines issued for safe use and enjoyment of the park for all.

WHO WE ARE

Advocates for the Park

 

 

 

 

MONUMENTS 

Statues and memorials

 

 

 

 

PROJECTS

Work in progress

 

 

 

 

ALBANY’S PREMIER PARK

An historic legacy

 

 

 

 

VOLUNTEERING

Get involved!

 

 

 

 

LANDMARKS

Features and structures