Boston Parks and Recreation Department

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Contact Information

City of Boston
Contact: Ryan Woods, Commissioner
Email Address: parks@boston.gov
Phone: 617-635-4505

1010 Massachusetts Avenue 1st Floor Boston, MA 02118
Area Served: Boston

Map Location Boston Parks and Recreation Department

Narrative

331 facilities, mostly active play grounds, parks, and ballfield areas. Majority have been reconstructed and are accessible. Primary service season is spring & summer. Park Rangers provide yearly services, patrol most of the parks, and act as "goodwill ambassadors." 

Courageous/Jamaica Pond Sailing Centers are accessible. Accessible fishing dock at Jamaica Pond.  For information about park locations, activities, and special event applications, please go online and visit:  www.boston.gov/parks  

Service Types

  • Adult Education
  • Socialization Activities

Program Type

  • Recreation/Arts/Social and Leisure

Populations Served

  • All Disabilities
  • Developmental Disability
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Physical Disabilities

Ages Served

  • Birth to 3
  • 3 - 4
  • 5 - 8
  • 9 - 13
  • 14 - 18
  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking

Additional Information

  • Fees: Free Service