South Bronx has always been the hotbed for urban expression and innovation. The community gardens highlighted demonstrate this legacy by providing the visitor a glimpse of South Bronx’s unique take on Eco-sustainability, community needs provision, youth and senior involvement, entrepreneurship, indigenous spirituality, animal husbandry and cultural inclusivity. Prepare yourself for a warm, South Bronx welcome!
This is an in-person socially distanced event. Masks are required. Please bring your own helmet, water, and snacks as needed!
This tour will begin at Morning Glory Garden and follow this route:
- Morning Glory: 1219 Hoe Ave, The Bronx, NY 10459
- Synergi Garden 2.0: 1211 Hoe Ave, The Bronx, NY 10459
- El Coqui Liberation Garden: 414 E 163rd St, The Bronx, NY 10451
- Rainbow Garden of Life and Health: 762 Melrose Ave, The Bronx, NY 10451
- Moore Houses: 664 E 149th St, The Bronx, NY 10455
- Brook Park: 494 E 141st St, The Bronx, NY 10454
Community gardens are volunteer-run green spaces where people can come together around growing food and community. Gardens across the city are seeking new members to plant produce and flowers, host events, maintain community spaces, and contribute extra hands for garden projects! Beginners and experienced gardeners are welcome!
NYC Parks GreenThumb supports over 550 community gardens and 20,000 gardeners by providing gardening space, materials and supplies, and technical assistance at no cost. GreenThumb hosts innovative gardening workshops, trainings and conferences.
