Stewarding Forest Park: How the Largest Urban Park Came to Be

Forest Park is more than just trees and trails—it’s a living, breathing biodiversity sanctuary that has relied on community care for generations to come. Join the Forest Park Conservancy and local experts for a conversation about the park’s origins, the efforts to preserve public access, and how that legacy continues to shape stewardship today.

From its early history to today’s efforts, this event highlights the community’s essential role in shaping and sustaining one of the nation’s largest urban forests. Through stories of resilience, advocacy, and community involvement, we’ll explore how Forest Park came to be—and what it takes to keep it thriving.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or just beginning to explore the park, this is a chance to learn, connect, and be inspired to help steward its future.