Frances Jewell, Director of Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Fall Activity/Programs are now available online! 

The Parks & Recreation Department oversees thirty-six parks and tot-lot playgrounds, including Bronson Park and the Kalamazoo Farmer's Market on Bank Street; manages the protection of physical and natural assets in the City; and provides recreation and leisure programs for youth, adults, senior citizens, and citizens with disabilities. All programs are open to anyone who wishes to participate, regardless of the challenges they face.

The Youth Development Center is now open with Winter/Spring hours! Please click here for a map to the Y.D.C. (.pdf)

For scheduling of events in the parks, call (269) 337-8191.

View the City of Kalamazoo's Spring Valley Park's Natural Features Inventory completed by Martinus & Associates in 2004.