The Guardians of Charleston Parks

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We've come together for a unique cause - to connect people with their parks, educating and involving the community in our efforts. Our aim is to:

  • Preserve our parks' past
  • Beautify our present parks
  • Sustain our parks for the future

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Park Angels share a community, a goal and a responsibility. We are the faces, hands and the souls of the Charleston Parks Conservancy.

  • Unite and involve neighborhoods & communities
  • Volunteer their time, skills and creativity
  • Help promote our efforts by attending events
  • Plan events that will draw attention to the city's many parks

Why Become a Park Angel?

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With our roots in history and our eyes on the future, we need individuals that will help us provide for our parks the same level of respect and preservation that we already give to our architecture.

  • Help beautify Charleston
  • Learn about gardening in the Lowcountry
  • Meet like-minded people
  • Give back to your community

Why We Need Your Help

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With over 120 parks in Charleston we can’t do it alone. Our goal is park preservation for every public space in Charleston. To do this, we need people to come together and join the cause.

  • To create momentum and awareness of our cause
  • We can help more parks in need
  • To increase funding so we can
    continue our work

Charleston Parks Directory

Charleston Parks Conservancy has put together an online directory of all of our great Charleston Parks. You can browse parks, learn about their history, find out what amenities they offer and much more.

Explore our parks

Park University

Practical and holistic gardening education for healthy living through outdoor spaces. Providing local classes, resources & tutorials.

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From the Blog

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Garden in the Parks at Windermere this Saturday

February 4th, 2010   |   Paul    |   Gardening Activities    |   Be the first to comment

Garden in the Parks at Windermere this Saturday

Winter pruning of Roses, Ornamental Grasses and other perennials on tap for Saturday.... Read more

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Planting Spring Bulbs in January

January 24th, 2010   |   Jim    |   Gardening Activities    |   1 Comment

Planting Spring Bulbs in January

It isn't to late to plant those bulbs you forgot you had. Read more

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Cold Temperatures Hit Hard in the Garden

January 21st, 2010   |   Paul    |   Gardening Activities    |   2 Comments

Cold Temperatures Hit Hard in the Garden

The cutback of freeze damaged plants and other Winter pruning should be done now through mid February Read more