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Checking in on iNaturalist
It’s been a while since we reported on what’s new with our favorite nature observation and identification program, iNaturalist. You may remember that we launched a field guide to Overton […]
Overton Park launches pedestrian safety campaign
Overton Park is getting serious about pedestrian safety. All six park institutions—Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Levitt Shell, Memphis College of Art, The Links at Overton Park, Memphis Zoo, and […]
The future of the Brooks Museum
Since assuming management of Overton Park, Overton Park Conservancy has celebrated a strong partnership with the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. Our organizations support and promote each other’s programs, look […]
Overton Park member night at Levitt Shell Saturday, 9/9!
It’s time to celebrate our park members! All current members of Overton Park are invited to join us on the deck at Levitt Shell on Saturday, September 9 for the […]
New play feature headed to Rainbow Lake Playground
This week, we’re making some small changes to Rainbow Lake Playground in order to add another unique feature. The two sliding poles on The Maze (the large wooden play structure […]
Overton Bark to re-open soon
Now that City crews have cleared the hazardous debris from the Memorial Day storm from locations around town, they have been able to spend some time removing the large oak […]
City Council accepts funds; Greensward design process to follow
Memphis City Council voted yesterday to accept $250,000 each from Overton Park Conservancy and the Memphis Zoo, clearing the way for the City to sign a contract with Powers Hill […]
A Day of Merrymaking 2017 Recap
Not only did our community come together to raise $1 million to take back the Greensward, you also came out and had a great summer party with us! Our fifth […]
$1 million raised!
We are thrilled to announce that we have met our goal to raise $1 million for the Greensward project! We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the support of nearly 1,000 donors […]
Two days to go, and we need just $19,500 more!
With just two days to go to meet our million-dollar goal to take back the Greensward, we are closing in on the finish line! Here’s where we stand: You’ve brought […]