The Greenway as an Arboretum: What This Means for Boston
This summer, we’re proud to share a milestone that reflects years of care, vision, and growth: the Rose Kennedy Greenway has been officially recognized as an arboretum! At its heart, an arboretum is a living collection of trees—thoughtfully curated, carefully maintained, and rooted in both education and public enjoyment. But here on The Greenway, it’s […]
How The Greenway Helps Pollinators Thrive (And How You Can Too!)
Did you know that May 20 is World Bee Day? If you’ve strolled through The Greenway in the spring and summer months, you may have noticed bees buzzing by flowers, butterflies resting on blooms, and gardens full of life. These small but mighty visitors are pollinators, and they play a vital role in keeping our […]
Growing a Stronger Dewey Square: Upcoming Tree Canopy Improvements
This spring, we’re excited to share that improvements are coming to Dewey Square on The Greenway. As part of our ongoing commitment to caring for this vibrant public space, we’ll be focusing on strengthening the plaza’s tree canopy. This work includes renovating the existing tree pits—specialized planting areas designed to support healthy root systems—and upgrading […]
Meet the Team Behind Boston’s Greenway: How We Keep the Park Beautiful Year-Round
If you’ve ever wandered down The Greenway and found yourself admiring the mechanics of the Carousel, a beautifully maintained pathway, or a fountain that always seems to be sparkling at just the right moment, you’ve already seen the work of The Greenway Maintenance Team. Our Maintenance Team quietly keeps the park running smoothly in every […]
A Living Landscape: Embracing Change on The Greenway
If you’ve walked through the Fort Point area of The Greenway recently, you may have noticed something different: the Taxodium trees that once defined the space just north of Oliver Street are no longer here. For many of us—including our Horticulture Team—these trees were cherished companions. They offered shade on sunny days, color with the […]
Even Lawns Need Rest: How We Care for Greenway Grass
If you’ve walked along The Greenway lately and noticed a lawn section marked “This Lawn is Resting”, you might be wondering what’s going on. After all, these open green spaces are usually the perfect spot for a picnic, a play break, or simply stretching out with a good book during lunch. So why the closure? […]
How to Create a Pollinator Garden at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide from The Greenway
Here at The Greenway, we’re proud to curate vibrant, climate-resilient landscapes that support native pollinators in the heart of downtown Boston—from Chinatown to the North End. Our public gardens are more than beautiful—they’re living ecosystems built to thrive in tricky urban conditions while providing food, shelter, and habitat for bees, butterflies, birds, and more. Now, […]
Why the Greenway Conservancy is a Top-Rated Nonprofit in the Boston Parks Community
Have you heard? The Greenway Conservancy is a Top-Rated Nonprofit in Boston for 2024! This recognition from Great Nonprofits shows that it truly takes a village to make The Greenway such a special place. A beautiful downtown park in Boston requires an exceptional team, and we are grateful for the contributions of our volunteers. Your […]