Art in the parks

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A cross-cutting look at the historic and contemporary role of the artist in the land conservation movement. 

Immigrant Yarn Project featured knitted and crocheted yarn contributions made by over 600 contributors from across the country representing generations of immigrants from every corner of the world — and including contributions from homeless communities, seniors, students, LGBTQ, Native Americans, and even a Former Secretary of State

Future IDs at Alcatraz was a yearlong exhibition on Alcatraz Island featuring ID-inspired artworks created by and with individuals with conviction histories as they conceive and develop a vision for a future self. Led by artist Gregory Sale, this project was presented by in partnership with the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy as a part of the Art in the Parks program.

Take a look at how creative expression has been an integral part of the Golden Gate National Parks since 2006.

Explore Art in the Parks today with any of these creative works now open for visitors. Come back soon to see more current exhibitions and programs—new opportunities and creative works are always making their way to to the national parks!

From foggy Sutro Baths to Alcatraz, Art in the Parks showcases site-specific works within national park settings that provide opportunities for reflection about nature and the unique culture of the San Francisco Bay Area. Proposals are accepted on a quarterly basis.

Art in the Parks works with with a variety of community partners to bring the arts to park settings to provide new ways of experiencing and learning about place.