You Can Sustain Forest Park
Forest Park’s comeback is a success story that began with generous, dedicated community members. Today, the Park is a treasured destination, and it's hard to believe deferred maintenance and crumbling infrastructure kept people from visiting a generation ago.
Founded in 1986, Forest Park Forever is a private nonprofit conservancy that partners with the City of St. Louis to restore and maintain this beloved green space. By supporting Forest Park Forever, donors help sustain the Park for future generations.
Facts About Forest Park Forever
Raises funds to cover more than half Forest Park’s annual maintenance needs
Restores Missouri forest habitats and 172 acres of Nature Reserve
Beautifies and maintains iconic spots like Art Hill, Emerson Grand Basin, the Jewel Box, the Boathouse and more
Partners with the City to efficiently maintain the Park’s assets, infrastructure, landscapes and recreational amenities
Actively manages 16,000+ trees
Facts About Forest Park
1,300+ acres
47,000+ trees
15.5+ million annual visits
Three playgrounds, not including the 17-acre Nature Playscape
Home to five major cultural institutions:
We Depend on Your Support to Maintain Forest Park
