Canada geese swimming on the Harlem Meer with the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center in the background.

There's No Place Like Central Park for the Holidays

While we can’t guarantee snow-covered landscapes, you’ll still find yourself in a winter wonderland on every visit to the Park. Find out how you can keep it magical.

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The Central Park Conservancy is responsible for the care of the entire Park.

Everything we do—from maintaining sustainable landscapes and addressing complex restoration projects to engaging with millions of visitors—relies on the powerful collaboration between our staff, volunteers, and supporters.

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Night-time view of The Dairy in the snow

Gift-Giving Made Easy

Make a purchase with a purpose this holiday season. Visit a Park gift shop or explore our online shop. Your gift will directly support this greenspace.

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Notes from the Park

View of the Harlem Meer

Hand-in-Hand with Harlem: The Conservancy's Four-Decade Restoration of Central Park's North End

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From Our Magazine

Portals in Time: The Story of Central Park’s Named Gates

Pinetum Snow January 2018 Web

Sprucing Up the Place: The Evergreen Trees of Central Park

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A few of our favorite places