The Symphony Road Garden was built on a site where a home was razed by arson in the 1980's. Out of the ashes came a vibrant garden that serves a diverse group of over 50 residents of the East Fenway. It is a place for residents to relax, eat, and study. There is a wait list for each garden plot, as few spots are available each year. Also offers universal access to gardening with raised beds. The Symphony Gardens requests guests do not bring pets, pick fruits/vegetables, or leave any trash behind. If you would like to help maintain the gardens, feel free to attend Weeding Wednesdays from 6-8 pm.

Titus Sparrow Park is in the South End between Huntington and Columbus Streets, next to the Southwest Corridor. It's a great family-friendly enclave secluded within the hustle and bustle of the city. They have tennis, basketball courts, a jungle gym and a grassy area that's perfect for a picnic. Also, the Titus Sparrow Park is a great spot to walk your dog (on-leash). Titus Sparrow Park was created in 1976, and after nearly 30 years of intensive use, the Boston Parks Department gave Titus Sparrow Park a major rehabilitation. Since reopening in 2005, the park is more heavily used than ever by all ages all over it -- sledding, rolling, sun-bathing, sitting, football and baseball games, and splendid children's programs and evening concerts in the summer. On a warm weekend the basketball courts, swings, play structures, and tennis courts will be packed. There's even a pet water fountain for all of the neighborhood dogs. Titus Sparrow Park is named for an active resident of the South End, Titus Sparrow. Founder of the Sportsmen's Tennis Club and the first African American umpire in the USTA, Titus Sparrow developed a progam that allows less fortunate children to learn the game of tennis for free. Today, the park is bustling with children and adults of all ages. The beautiful landscape and fun play structures make it a popular meeting place for nannies and parents alike. The South End is famous for it's parks, however, Titus Sparrow is definitely one of the nicest in the neighborhood. The park is primarily volunteer-maintained by the "Friends of Titus Sparrow Park." Currently, they need volunteers to help with gardening, graphic design, and public relations. For more details, see their volunteer page. There are 15 community gardens, open to residents of the four neighborhoods involved in designing the park.

The Dartmouth Park/Garden, also known as the Dartmouth Pocket Park, is located in the South End of Boston. If you aren't careful you will miss it, simply because of it's size. It literally looks like the size of a small backyard, however, the bench nestled amongst the huge trees and shrubbery, create an oasis for this neighborhood in the South End. This park is associated with the South End Lower Roxbury Open Space Land Trust (whew!) a.k.a. SELROSLT and is maintained by this organization.

Off Geneva near Fields Corner.

At the harbor end of the street.

This garden is run by neighborhood residents/volunteers. It has forty plots of various sizes, natural and landscaped communal areas, and an informal atmosphere. The property is owned by the Boston Natural Areas Fund. Membership/Dues: $20 per year + 6 hours of community work.

At the harbor end of 8th Street.

At the harbor end of 9th Street.