Parks and Recreation

Barton Dam construction work will begin in Ann Arbor in early March 2025. The dam is adjacent to Barton Pond, Barton Nature Area, Bird Hills Nature Area and trails to and along the Huron River.

Archived News Release: November 6, 2024 - ​Ann Arbor voters have elected to continue vital funding for the city park system for the next 20 years.

Archived News Release: November 5, 2024 - ​The Ann Arbor City Clerk's Office notes that voting closed at 8 p.m. — both at polling places and for absentee ballot drop boxes — and there were no lines after closing time. Precincts are reporting 2024 General Election results.

Archived News Release: November 5, 2024 - ​Every dog has its day, and soon, every dog in Ann Arbor will have a convenient spot to play as well.

Archived News Release: October 30, 2024 - ​The City of Ann Arbor is announcing the completion of two murals celebrating the city's bicentennial!

Archived News Release: October 16, 2024 - ​The new Gallup Park Bridge Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, weather permitting, at Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Road. 

Archived News Release: October 11, 2024 - ​General Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, and Ann Arbor is sharing information and reminders to help prepare and empower city voters.

Archived News Release: October 4, 2024 - ​City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (NAP) works to protect and restore Ann Arbor's natural areas and to foster an environmental ethic within the community.

Archived News Release: September 13, 2024 - ​City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (NAP) works to protect and restore Ann Arbor's natural areas and to foster an environmental ethic within the community.

Archived News Release: August 16, 2024 - ​City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation is announcing the new segment of the Border to Border Trail (B2B) through Barton Nature Area is now complete and open to the public.