Stories Tagged With "Parks and Open Space"

City Manager Yi-An Huang stands at a podium, delivering a speech to an audience.

City Manager Message

Hear from City Manager Yi-An Huang on the significance of caring for Cambridge’s parks and open spaces.

Cambridge families enjoy a sunny day at Danehy Park.

A Game Plan for Danehy Park

Learn about the history of Danehy Park and see how it transformed into the lively park it is today.

Cambridge's youngest residents enjoy climbing a play structure, inspired by Dominic Michael Killiany's artwork.

Danehy Park's Play Space for All Abilities

Did you know these five fun facts about Danehy Park’s fan-favorite playground?

Fresh Pond Reservation: A Respite from Hectic City Life

Learn about the history of Fresh Pond Reservation and what the future holds for one of Cambridge’s most well-loved open spaces.

A Miyawaki forest stands tall in Danehy Park.

Cambridge’s Growing Urban Forest

Find out how Cambridge’s trees improve our neighborhoods and support local wildlife.

The Department of Public Works (DPW) works hard to maintain and improve the quality of City parks.

Caring for Our Parks: What Maintenance is Happening This Spring

Find out which outdoor spaces are undergoing spring maintenance.

Cambridge Cemetery from above in the daytime.

Neighborhood Parks and Open Space Gems

Discover some of Cambridge’s neighborhood parks and open spaces for all to enjoy.

North Cambridge from above in the daytime.

Recent Investments and Renovations

Learn about what’s being improved in Cambridge and check out current repair and renovation projects.

A colorful abstract painting of different animals hangs onto a structure of the Universal Design Playground.

Public Art Program Responds to Unexpected Surprises and Learnings

Cambridge’s Percent-for-Art Ordinance brings color and creativity to the City.

Symbolic flags provide shade and decorate Hoyt Field.

Hoyt Field Through Cambridge Youth’s Eyes

Want to know what Hoyt Field means to Cambridge residents? Learn about some community engagement projects that celebrate Hoyt Field.

Cambridge residents sit at picnic tables in a local green space, covered by a shade structure.

Parks and Their Shade Help People Stay Healthy and Cool

Need to cool off this summer? Check out some of Cambridge’s designated Cool Spots and areas of shade.

Recreation Staff that support Danehy Park

“The Muscle Behind the Hustle”: Meet the Crew that Maintains Danehy Park

This past September marked the 35th anniversary of Danehy Park. Since the expansive recreational space opened in 1990, it has become a favorite destination for Cambridge residents and visitors. Meet the team that keeps Danehy Park thriving.

Cambridge Urban Forestry Division Celebrates 2024 Milestones

In 2024, the Urban Forestry Division of Cambridge Public Works planted 1,250 new trees and removed 5,000 square feet of pavement to create better planting conditions, enhancing the city's green infrastructure. The Division maintained a strong tree survival rate, with only 3.5% mortality for spring plantings, and expanded community engagement through the revamped Cambridge Urban Forest Friends newsletter, which saw over 105% subscriber growth. Residents can support the city's urban forest by becoming an Urban Forest Friend or subscribing to the newsletter.

Giant Deer in Inman Square from the front

A Giant Deer Lands in Inman Square

The Giant Deer in Inman Square is a 3,500-pound, 12-foot sculpture created and placed to serve as a landmark in the reconstructed and improved square.

Timothy J. Toomey, Jr. Park in East Cambridge.

Fostering Neighborhood Vitality & Open Spaces

The last two years have highlighted the importance of access to outdoor open space. In FY22, the City launched the Our Parks, Our Plan process to develop an action plan for the City’s open space network, applying an equity lens to criteria that include park access and climate resilience.