SPPC News
Great River Passage Conservancy and Saint Paul Parks Conservancy Will Merge to Expand Impact
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 18, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Sara Swenson [email protected] 952-221-5368 Great River Passage Conservancy and Saint Paul Parks Conservancy Will...
Are You a Friend of Assembly Union Park? Join Us!
Help care for Highland Bridge’s newest green gem 🌳💚 Something exciting is growing at Assembly Union Park (875 Mount Curve Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55116) — and it’s not just the trees and flowers! A brand-new Friends of Assembly Union...
Linwood Park Gets Reimagined
The long-awaited transformation of Linwood Park is under way. Saint Paul Parks and Recreation Department, along with neighborhood partners, has officially kicked off construction on sweeping set improvements at Linwood Park and Recreation...
Taylor Park Celebrates a Rebuilt Playground
Over the course of three inspiring days, something amazing happened at Taylor Park — our community rolled up its sleeves and built a brand-new playground for kids and families to enjoy for years to come! 🙌💚 Thanks to the incredible...
Kennedy Park Gets a Glow Up in West Saint Paul
After months of planning, design, and hard work, Kennedy Park is ready to shine again! Join us on Saturday, November 1 at 1 p.m. for a joyful grand-opening celebration of this beloved West St. Paul neighborhood park at 774 Dodd Road....
Volunteer Spotlight: A Heartfelt Thank You In Song
"We feel your special spark in our parks." One of the most loved elements of the Party for the Parks is the original song written and performed by local legend Thomasina Petrus. Now how you volunteer for parks, this song is for you. And...
Mears Park Improvements: The “Common Cent” at Work
On September 22, crews will begin work to replace the failing limestone retaining walls in beloved Mears Park. The new cast-concrete walls will echo the classic limestone look you see around the nearby Science Museum grounds. This...
Volunteer Spotlight: William White
Irvine Park visitors admiring the square's recently refurbished ornate, iconic fountain have a dog named Chipper to thank. On walks in the historic St. Paul park, Chipper made plenty of friends for his human companion, William White. “He...
Pedro Park Update
After years of anticipation, Pedro Park is nearly ready to welcome the community! Construction is moving along beautifully and should be complete by Aug 20. Now it's our turn to help bring the park to life. We’re excited to announce...








