SPPC News
Downtown Garden Gathering
The Pedro Park design includes both perennial/native plant beds that will need help getting established and being maintained, as well as four areas for annual plantings. The team from Saint Paul Parks and Recreation and Aune Fernandez...
Raspberry Island Bandshell
The Raspberry Island Bandshell is getting a much-needed renovation to host a band concert and an exciting Latinx Public Art Installation this summer. The Saint Paul Parks Conservancy is thrilled to announce that construction on the...
Join the Walnut Stairs Advisory Committee
The Saint Paul Parks Conservancy, in collaboration with Rethos and the West 7th/Fort Road Federation, is undertaking a campaign to repair and reopen the historic Walnut Street Stairs. With support from the City of Saint Paul, this...
New Volunteer Leadership
These dedicated individuals bring a wealth of experience, leadership, and passion for community service, ensuring the Conservancy’s continued growth and impact in supporting Saint Paul’s cherished parks and public spaces. New Board...
Winter Tour of Como Woodland
Want to get the kids outside for some winter nature fun? Meet us at the historic Kilmer Fireplace for a cup of hot chocolate and a 90-minute nature tour of Como Woodland. Our hardy Como Woodland Advisors will give you a warm welcome and...
Exciting Developments at Swede Hollow Park
Preparing for a Renovated Staircase Engineering and geotechnical studies are underway to lay the groundwork for the renovation of the iconic staircase that connects the Upper Bluff to the valley floor. With over 150 steps, this...
People & Parks Spotlight: Lilydale Park
“In 1911 Alphaeus B. Stickney . . . proposed that virtually the entire river valley within the city, including the Crosby, Pickerel Lake, and Pig’s Eye areas, become a continuous forest park . . .” —Friends of the Mississippi...
Project Spotlight: Swede Hollow Park
Walnut Street Steps Reconstruction
This iconic stairway, connecting Summit Avenue near the James J. Hill House to Irvine Avenue below, has been closed due to wear and environmental challenges. Its restoration not only preserves an important historic landmark but also...