Deepen Your Connection to the Park
Do you love Overton Park and want to play an active role in its care? The Volunteer Ranger Program offers a way to give back by supporting a safe, welcoming, and clean environment for all visitors.
As a Volunteer Ranger, you’ll:
- Inspect facilities
- Greet and engage with visitors
- Pick up light trash
- Help document patterns and park conditions
This role is non-enforcement and supportive—Rangers are eyes and ears on the ground, reporting directly to Overton Park Conservancy’s professional Ranger.
Program Expectations
- Attend an orientation and training session
- Complete a background check
- Contribute $25 to offset the background check cost
- Be 18 years or older
- Sign up for at least one 2-hour shift per month (most shifts occur on weekends)
Upcoming Orientation
Calendar of Events
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Mahjong: Lessons and Open Play
Mahjong: Lessons and Open Play
Join Cassie Lazzo, The Mahjologist, for a lesson on how to play American Mahjong at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art! American Mahjong is an adapted version of the ancient […]
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Sounds of Memphis – Wyly Bigger
Sounds of Memphis – Wyly Bigger
Join Us for an Evening on the Plaza! Experience the soulful sounds of Wyly Bigger and his band as they bring you a captivating blend of blues and rock n' […]
Orion Free Concert Series: Steve Poltz
Orion Free Concert Series: Steve Poltz
It might’ve even been last night, but Steve Poltz just played the greatest show of his life. Guess what? The next show will be even greater, making that show the […]
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Orion Free Concert Series: Saaneah
Orion Free Concert Series: Saaneah
As a talented entertainer and student of music, Saaneah is on a mission to reach the masses and enlighten the souls of people with lyrical eloquence and substance, creating timeless […]
Twilight Hike
Twilight Hike
Curious about Overton Park after dark? Join Conservancy staff for late-night snacks before exploring the nocturnal ecology of the Old Forest. Don’t forget your flashlights and bug spray.
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National Trails Day Volunteer Event
National Trails Day Volunteer Event
Join Overton Park Conservancy this Saturday, June 7 from 9:00 to noon at East Parkway Pavilion to celebrate National Trails Day.
Super Saturday – Andy Warhol Prints
Super Saturday – Andy Warhol Prints
Andy Warhol Prints Celebrate Pride Month by creating a print inspired by the iconic works of Andy Warhol. Join us for a fun and engaging workshop where you'll learn about […]
Jazz Saturdays
Jazz Saturdays
Jazz represents one of the most important musical, historical, and cultural phenomena of the Memphis and Mid-South area. A true renaissance of Jazz culture can only come about from the […]
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Golden Hour: Celebrate “A Flash of Sun”
Golden Hour: Celebrate “A Flash of Sun”
Step into the glow of Golden Hour—a free, open-air celebration of art, music, and Memphis summer magic in the Summer Art Garden at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. Sip, mingle, […]
Orion Free Concert Series: Eddie 9V
Orion Free Concert Series: Eddie 9V
Eddie 9V has powered up. From the day he first slung a guitar on a local stage, the Georgia-born bandleader announced himself as an artist to watch. But in the […]
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Metal Museum Topping-Off Ceremony
Metal Museum Topping-Off Ceremony
Join us this Friday, June 13 promptly at 7PM for the Metal Museum’s Topping Off Ceremony at the Overton Park Shell! We will all come together and watch, as the final beam for the future Metals Studios […]
Orion Free Concert Series: East Nash Grass
Orion Free Concert Series: East Nash Grass
East Nash Grass is one of the hottest young bands in Bluegrass, picking up this year’s International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) award for Best New Artist and stacked with IBMA […]
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Super Saturday – Rainbows and Color Theory
Super Saturday – Rainbows and Color Theory
Join us for an engaging and hands-on experience where you will learn the basics of mixing color by creating your own rainbow color wheel. In this exciting workshop, participants will […]
Canceled Summer Splash
Canceled Summer Splash
Overton Park Conservancy is popping up waterslides on the Greensward, next to Rainbow Lake Playground! Bring the kids to cool off with us the second Saturday of June, July, and August. We’ll also have face painting and food trucks on hand.
Watercolors Workshop – Beginner Abstract
Watercolors Workshop – Beginner Abstract
Join Us for a Captivating Watercolor Workshop! No prior experience necessary! Dive into the vibrant world of watercolor painting with professional artist Stacey Meredith. Over the course of this engaging […]
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Orion Free Concert Series: Pell
Orion Free Concert Series: Pell
Since he came on the scene in 2014, New Orleans native Pell has been synonymous with ambition. His first mixtape, Floating While Dreaming, garnered attention from press across the board. […]
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Orion Free Concert Series: Alejandro Escovedo
Orion Free Concert Series: Alejandro Escovedo
Alejandro Escovedo's New Album ECHO DANCING is an Adventure in Life No one has really ever been able to define themselves and their music like singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo does. His […]
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Super Saturday – Underwater Scenes
Super Saturday – Underwater Scenes
Inspired by the remarkable works of Calida Rawles, dive into the vibrant world of the underwater realm. Using the wax resist method, you can create captivating scenes that reflect the […]
Picnic for Pachyderms
Picnic for Pachyderms
Join us for a delicious lunch and up-close incredible encounters! Whether you're planning a fun family outing or an iconic day with friends, this is one for record books. It's a popular must-do […]
Twilight Tours at the Zoo
Twilight Tours at the Zoo
Ever wonder what the animals are up to once the sun starts to set? Join us for an After Dark Ed-venture here at Memphis Zoo to find out! Twilight Tours offer […]
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Mahjong: Open Play
Mahjong: Open Play
Join us for an afternoon of strategic fun and artistic inspiration at The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art! This special event is designed for those already skilled in mahjong—an opportunity […]
Film at the Museum: Moonlight
Film at the Museum: Moonlight
Immerse yourself in a poignant cinematic experience as we showcase an acclaimed film that delves into the intricate nuances of identity and self-discovery. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Miami, […]
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Refined Palettes: Art and Wine Pairing
Refined Palettes: Art and Wine Pairing
If there's one world that's more intimidating that fine art, it might be that of fine wine. Between all the misinformation, marketing, and snobbery, it can often feel like a […]
Sounds of Memphis – Steve Lee
Sounds of Memphis – Steve Lee
Experience the Soulful Sounds of Memphis Jazz Workshop’s Steve Lee! Join us at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art for an enchanting evening featuring the smooth melodies and rich improvisations […]
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Orion Free Concert Series: Mak Ro
Orion Free Concert Series: Mak Ro
Mak Ro is a duo of Filipino-American cousins based in Memphis, TN: Eric Makapugay (Multi-Instrumentalist/Producer/Songwriter) and Kristoffer Ruaro (Singer/Producer/Songwriter). The duo sparked from a seemingly inconsequential guitar riff Eric improvised […]
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Guided Nature Walk: Exploring the Wildlife Value of Native Trees
Guided Nature Walk: Exploring the Wildlife Value of Native Trees
Join Overton Park Conservancy Ranger Payne for a guided walk in the Old Forest where you'll learn wildlife uses of native trees such as oaks, hickories, and tulip poplars. Explore […]
Candle Making 101
Candle Making 101
Discover the art of candle making with Keith McBride II of Candles by Deuce. Delve into the significance of candles, where creativity meets camaraderie in crafting with friends. In this […]
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Film at the Museum: How to Survive a Plague
Film at the Museum: How to Survive a Plague
Prepare for an enlightening evening as we dive into the compelling narrative of resilience and activism with a screening of a thought-provoking documentary. This gripping film chronicles the harrowing challenges […]