About the Conservancy

Abingdon Square Conservancy is a non-profit public charity exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.  Our mission is to enhance and maintain the Square as a scenic and historic landmark.  The Conservancy is solely dependent on private donations for its operations and receives no public funding.

The Conservancy employs a horticulturalist to design and maintain plantings, provide gardening services, liaise with the City, and supervise maintenance in the park.  A groundskeeper is employed to keep the Square clean.  The Square is maintained in cooperation with the New York City Parks and Recreation Department, which collects trash and locks and unlocks the gates.

Annual Conservancy events include a spring tulip display and celebration, a Halloween night carved Pumpkin Patch and a winter holiday decoration and light display.