Washington Square Park Support

Our mission is to to maintain and improve the character and culture of the Washington Square Park and neighborhood. Through Friends of Washington Square Park, our 501c.3, the Association has a long history of supporting Washington Square Park, including helping to raise the $3 million to restore the arch in 2003. With the formation of the conservancy, our primary focus remains on the production and promotion of cultural events, the connectivity of our community and other neighborhood-serving organizations, the leadership on social service and public safety issues affecting the park, and small projects and grants for various park improvement projects. 

Adopt a Bench Program

The Parks Department Adopt a Bench Program is endorsed by the Washington Square Association.  You can honor a loved one, commemorate an occasion and support your park.  Adopting a park bench is a way to claim a piece of the park as your own.  For more information contact the New York City Parks Department at AdoptABench@parks.nyc.gov.