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Park Planning
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department has been leading the planning process to redesign Moakley Park with Stoss Landscape Urbanism and Weston & Sampson as the designers and engineers. Boston Harbor Now, South Boston En Accion, the South Boston Neighborhood House, and other groups have contributed to the public outreach. Everyone is encouraged to provide feedback as the plans are refined and the project is built in phases. Additional information can be found on the City of Boston website.
Plans for improvements to Moakley Park are underway including upgrading the sports fields, adding new community gathering spaces and increasing planting. With these improvements, the plan also prepares South Boston for the effects of a changing climate. The park landscape is designed to:
- Prevent coastal flood waters from entering the neighborhood
- Manage stormwater from increased rain events
- Add planting, water features, and use materials to keep the park cool on hot days
The elevated landscape will be fully accessible, with walking paths at the high point running the length of the park and will provide views out to the Boston Harbor and Islands.
Timeline
Timeline
2026
Current Work – Phase A
The team is currently in a 18-month design and permitting phase.
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2026
Current Work – Full Park
Design for the full park continues to evolve while being shaped by community input.
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2025
Community Advisory Team
In the fall of 2025, a Community Advisory Team was created.
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2025
Holcim Foundation Awards
Moakley Park named Grand Prize Winner of the 2025 Holcim Foundation Awards!
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Resources
Download planning documents and other information about Moakley Park redesign process below.
