Greenfield Energy Park

About this garden:

Until the early 1950s, the site of the Energy Park was a busy hub in town, being the site of the Greenfield train station with a large parking lot. The current park was created at this site in 1997 in collaboration between the town of Greenfield and the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association using a DOT grant, as a gathering place in town and as a spot to celebrate Greenfield’s commitment to a sustainable energy future and a healthy planet for all. 

This central Greenfield park is used for public events and as a place for folks to enjoy a bit of nature in the middle of town.  The current stage, known as "The Station,"  bears a replica of the cupola that was on the original train station. 

The current goal of the volunteer gardeners in this park is to demonstrate and educate about ways of gardening that support a healthy native ecosystem, by using native trees, shrubs, and flowers that are appropriate to the site. With this type of gardening, maintenance is low, and there is little need for water or fertilizer. 

The kiosks and sculptures in the Energy Park and the micro-library support a vision of a resilient future. The Park is maintained by the Greenfield DPW and the gardens are maintained by a dedicated group of community volunteers.

Events held here are organized by the Greenfield Recreation Department and posted on their website.

The Western Massachusetts Master Gardners Association (WMMGA)  has designated the Energy Park as one of their community service projects.

Greening Greenfield  (GG) made a financial commitment to the Energy Park gardens in support of their Planting for Pollinators!  and 70% Native Plants for Birds campaigns.

Volunteers welcome: Mondays, 9-11 am May through October

Volunteer Coordinator: Dorothea Sotiros 

50 Miles St