SPPC News
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...
Board Member Spotlight: Susan Rostkoski
“Top on my ‘why-the-Saint-Paul-Parks-Conservancy- is-wonderful' list is the fact that they focus on everyone having access to parks,” says Susan. “No one is excluded from the great outdoors, rec centers or neighborhood events. One of the...
West St. Paul Partnership
Thanks to a 2024 AARP Community Challenge Grant from AARP Livable Communities and AARP Minnesota, Kennedy Park will undergo a remarkable transformation into a vibrant, multi-generational hub as part of West St. Paul’s new Park System...
Sponsor the People & Parks Coloring Book
This unique coloring book for park lovers celebrates the beauty and history of Saint Paul’s greenspaces through original illustrations by Jeanne Kosfeld and park histories by Kathy Berdan. The parks included in this...
Help Replace Vandalized Trees
Strolling along Shepard Road by the Mississippi River is usually a peaceful experience—but now, something is missing. Last week, 60 newly planted trees, lovingly placed by local students and Tree Trust volunteers, were senselessly...
Donor Spotlight: Susan Larson
Susan serves as Co-Chair of the Friends of Mears Park. She is a volunteer gardener, coordinates the other gardeners, works with the Conservancy and the City on park maintenance and improvement items. This...
Irvine Park Fountain Restoration
Visitors to Irvine Park may notice the absence of its iconic fountain, but it’s only temporary! The well-loved landmark was carefully removed last week and transported to a restoration studio, where it will receive much-needed care and...