Parks and Parkways

May 6, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Department of Parks and Parkways Now Accepting Applications for Tree Planting Grants

The City of New Orleans Department of Parks and Parkways is accepting applications for the 2025 Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant. The grant provides $225,000 in funding to nonprofit organizations in Orleans Parish to plant trees on public property throughout the city.

March 12, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Jackson Square Nominated for Best Public Square in the U.S. by USA Today’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice

New Orleans, LA – The City of New Orleans Department of Parks & Parkways is excited to announce that Jackson Square has once again been nominated for Best Public Square in the United States in USA Today's 10 Best Reader's Choice awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Jackson Square as one of the most iconic and beloved landmarks in the nation.

Located in the heart of the French Quarter and overlooking the scenic Mississippi River, Jackson Square, also known as the Place d'Armes, occupies 2.5 acres and attracts over 2 million visitors and locals annually. Designated a National Landmark in 1960, Jackson Square has long been admired for its beauty and historic significance. In 2012, the American Planning Association honored it as one of its “Great Places in America,” citing its accessibility, charm, and status as a vibrant gathering place.

December 12, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Earns 2024 Tree City USA Recognition, Receives Growth Award

NEW ORLEANS –  The City of New Orleans proudly announces its recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation as a 2024 Tree City USA, honoring the city's commitment to planting, growing, and maintaining trees to benefit the community. New Orleans also received the Growth Award for exceeding the four Tree City USA standards, which include maintaining a tree board or department, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and hosting an Arbor Day celebration

December 11, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory: Temporary I-10 on Ramp Closures At Tulane Avenue (Eastbound) and Orleans Avenue (Westbound)

On Saturday, Dec. 14, beginning at 7 a.m., the Department of Parks & Parkways will close the Interstate 10 on ramps of Tulane Avenue (I-10 East) and Orleans Avenue (I-10 West) to complete vegetation and tree pruning. Vehicular traffic will be detoured from the Tulane Avenue entrance further eastbound on North Claiborne Avenue to access the next on ramp at Dumaine Street. The detour on Orleans Avenue will direct traffic further west bound on South Claiborne Avenue to access the next on ramp past Gravier Street. This work will address trimming of intentionally planted trees and palms at these locations and removal of invasive vegetation to improve visibility for drivers

September 9, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Announces Preparations Ahead of Tropical Storm Francine

Mayor LaToya Cantrell today was joined by members of the New Orleans City Council, New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) Director Collin Arnold, other emergency preparedness agencies and tourism industry leaders to update residents on the developments and preparations ahead of Tropical Storm Francine.  

August 28, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Department of Parks and Parkways Now Accepting Applications for Tree Planting Grants

The City of New Orleans Department of Parks and Parkways today announced it is accepting applications for the 2024 Tree Planting Grant. The grant provides $225,000 in funding to nonprofit organizations in Orleans Parish for planting trees on public property throughout the City of New Orleans.