Memorial Day Planting Drive- We need your support! 

Please consider supporting the Cadman Park Conservancy’s Memorial Day and 2026 spring planting season.

The Conservancy will continue its partnership with the NYC Parks Department, working closely with horticulture staff to strengthen the ecological connections between Cadman Plaza Park and neighboring public spaces, including Walt Whitman Park, Korean War Veterans Plaza, and Columbus Park. Together, these efforts focus on planting native perennial pollinators and enhancing the health and continuity of our shared green spaces.

Due to forecasted rain, this weekend’s Mulchfest has been postponed. Please join the Cadman Park Conservancy’s annual Spring Mulching Fest event in Juneteenth Grove, now on Sunday May 3rd.  All supplies are provided. Trader Joe’s is providing snacks and Gristedes is providing water!

SAVE the DATE 

The Conservancy is planning for an exciting Spring season.  Our first Spring into Action community event is planned for Saturday, April 25th, 10am-12pm.  

You may have noticed a tree came down on the northwest part of Cadman Plaza Park.  The Parks Department alerted Forestry and they will be removing the tree as soon as possible.  Thank you for your consideration as the Parks Department navigates the aftermath of the storm.

The park was pure magic. There’s something about that bright, fresh snow that just lifts everyone’s mood. Winter at its sparkliest!

photo of the Parks Department clearing a path through the recent snow

Fun in the snow!

New Year’s resolution: walk more, breathe more fresh air.

Update on the North Oval: As you can see, phase two of the reseeding of the oval, closest to the Brooklyn War Memorial, took place in the fall. Despite the cold weather, the grass in that area is still green.

This coming spring, we are working with the Parks Department to securely fence the entire area so the grass can establish itself and have a chance to grow and thrive. This area sees a lot of use, especially in the early mornings by our beloved dog community. We want to ensure it is restored as a lawn and enjoyed by all. Thank you to the Parks Department for their continuous care and to the community for your patience.