About the Central Park Conservancy
80%
of Central Park's annual operating budget is raised by the Conservancy—mostly through private philanthropy.
400+
staff, year-round.
$2B+
invested in the Park’s restoration since 1980.
42M
annual visits.
80%
of Central Park's annual operating budget is raised by the Conservancy—mostly through private philanthropy.
400+
staff, year-round.
$2B+
invested in the Park’s restoration since 1980.
42M
annual visits.
Who We Are
Caring for and celebrating New York's backyard
Central Park is a masterpiece of landscape architecture built nearly 170 years ago as a respite for all New Yorkers.
The Conservancy was founded in 1980 by New Yorkers determined to bring the Park back from ruin. Our mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from the pace and pressures of city life, enhancing the enjoyment and wellbeing of all.
HOW WE CARE FOR THE PARK
Keeping Central Park thriving takes four kinds of work at once—carried out every day, across all 843 acres, by the people of the Conservancy.
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DAILY CARE
400+ people tending to plants, removing trash, making repairs, and more—365 days per year.
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WELCOMING VISITORS
Ensuring Central Park is truly for all, with programs built for community and friendly faces ready to help.
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RESTORING LANDMARKS
Preserving and improving the Park's architecture, landscapes, and waterways for generations through major capital projects.
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FUNDRAISING
Raising roughly 80% of the Park's budget so the vital work can continue—thanks to members, donors, and partners.
A HISTORY AS LAYERED AS THE LANDSCAPE
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Explore Park History
How this great public space began with blueprints.
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How this great public space began with blueprints.
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Learn the Story
Before Central Park, there was Seneca Village.
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Before Central Park, there was Seneca Village.
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Plan a Visit
The Davis Center is a year-round hub for swimming, skating, and gathering.
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The Davis Center is a year-round hub for swimming, skating, and gathering.
Life in the Park
Bethseda Fountain
How we're restoring the beloved Bethesda Fountain.
Snow in Central Park
Maintaining the Park 365 days per year, in any weather.
Magnolia Tree Care
A day in the life of an Arborist in the Park.
Central Park Conservancy Ranger Corps
Meet the Park's "knights in shining armor."
THE PARK IS ONLY POSSIBLE WITH YOU
The Central Park Conservancy is the private nonprofit that cares for New York City’s Central Park. Nearly 80% of the Park’s budget comes from people like you. Discover the many ways to give back to your backyard.