Jamaica Bay and the Rockaways
Modern Marine Park
Saturday, June 7, 2025
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
How was a garbage dump transformed into the Salt Marsh of Marine Park? Hear about the forward thinking decisions that ultimately created the beautiful and vital environments found in the park today. Retired NYC Parks Department Chief Naturalist Mike Feller illuminates Marine Park's modern history. Courtesy of the Salt Marsh Alliance, Inc. and Marine Park Alliance
Location
Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park) East 33rd Street and Avenue U
Cost
Free
Contact Number
(718)421-2021
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Ecology Park is only open at certain times of year when Parks staff are present in order to protect this unique landscape. Want to visit? Check out our Stewardship Projects page for restoration, planting, and educational events.
