New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on August 13, 2026 - 17:58 GMT

Planting Fields Foundation Receives $1 Million from NYS Budget to Support Preservation and Future of the Historic Landscape at ...

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and Planting Fields Foundation today announced a $1 million investment to preserve, enhance, and expand access to one of the state’s most significant historic landscapes at Planting …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 22:47 GMT

Deer Management Plan To Be Presented

Knox Farm State Park to host online forum to outline hunting guidelines The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) Niagara Region will be implementing a deer management program that includes recreational hunting in …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 19:16 GMT

New York State Parks Breaks Ground on New Bridges to Connect Communities Along Genesee Valley Greenway

Four New Bridges Will Improve Safety, Expand Recreation and Strengthen Connections Between Seven Communities The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks), in partnership with the New York State Department of …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 21:13 GMT

Improvements Complete at Selkirk Shores and Southwick Beach State Parks

$9.5 Million Upgrades Enhance Camping, Accessibility, and Visitor Experience The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) today announced completion of $9.5 million in upgrades to Selkirk Shores and Southwick Beach State …

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Published on July 29, 2026 - 13:58 GMT

New York State Parks Seeking Partners at DeVeaux Woods State Park

Historic Schoellkopf Hall ready for redevelopment The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the adaptive reuse of Schoellkopf Hall, located in DeVeaux Woods State …

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Published on July 24, 2026 - 22:41 GMT

Governor Hochul Unveils Grand Opening of New Learn-to-Swim Pool and Sprayground at Historic Jones Beach State Park East Bathhouse

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the highly anticipated opening of the historic East Bathhouse at Jones Beach State Park, marking the completion of the final missing piece in the landmark vision for Long Island’s premier State Park. Closed to the …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 16:45 GMT

Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Lake Sophia Swimming Area at Sojourner Truth State Park

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the Lake Sophia swimming facility and bathhouse pavilion at Sojourner Truth State Park in Ulster County. Featuring a swimming area larger than two Olympic-size swimming pools, Lake Sophia will …

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Published on July 9, 2026 - 21:28 GMT

New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry Surpasses 300 Businesses

Registry Showcases New York Businesses in Operation for at Least 50 Years The New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry, managed by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), today listed its 300th …

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Published on July 8, 2026 - 16:13 GMT

Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area Public Information Meeting Scheduled

Trumansburg, NY – The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) is holding a public information meeting to discuss improvements to the trail system at Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area, located in Springwater, Livingston …

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Published on July 1, 2026 - 21:44 GMT

Historic Barracks To Be Stabilized At Crown Point State Historic Site

$750,000 Project Part of NY’s 250th American Revolution Commemoration New York State Historic Sites Hosting Full Slate of Commemorative Events in 2026 (Crown Point, NY) – As part of the state’s 250th commemoration of the American Revolution, the New …

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Published on July 1, 2026 - 21:44 GMT

New York State Parks Announces Completion of Watkins Glen State Park’s Sentry Bridge

Fourth of July Visitors will be Among the First to Cross the New Span Restores Visitor Capacity and Access to the Popular Gorge Trail The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation today announced the completion and opening of the new …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 19:49 GMT

Unplug and Play: Governor Hochul Announces 20 Projects Awarded $10 Million in Funding From Round 2 of the Municipal Parks and ...

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $10 million in funding was awarded to 20 projects as part of Round 2 of the Municipal Parks and Recreation (MPR) Grant Program to fund the development and improvement of municipal parks and recreation …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 19:49 GMT

New York State Office of Parks Announces Renovated Peerless Pool Complex Opens at Saratoga Spa State Park

Redesigned Accessible Wading Pool, Improved Water Slides and Plunge Pool The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) today announced the opening of a renovated Peerless Pool complex at Saratoga Spa State Park. The $3.6 million …

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Published on June 29, 2026 - 21:44 GMT

During Pollinator Week, New York State Encourages Honey Producers to Join the New York State Grown & Certified Program and ...

During National Pollinator Week, New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today highlighted the many actions that the State has taken to promote and protect pollinator health across New York, including encouraging honey producers across the …

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Published on June 29, 2026 - 21:44 GMT

Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare for Multiple Days of Extreme Heat

Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prepare for a period of extreme heat starting Tuesday with "feels-like" temperatures expected to reach the 90s and low 100s across Western New York, and the high 80s to low 90s in eastern parts of …

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Published on June 18, 2026 - 20:47 GMT

New Voices, New Views: Niagara Falls State Park Unveils Two Immersive Exhibits

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation along with licensed concession partner Delaware North celebrates the opening of two new attractions in the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center in Niagara Falls State Park. Voices of …

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Published on June 17, 2026 - 21:52 GMT

New York State Parks Announces New Visitor Center at Herkimer Home State Historic Site

Opening Scheduled for Spring 2027 to Mark Anniversary of Key Revolutionary War Battle in the Mohawk Valley Center Replaces Aging 1970s Facility The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation today announced construction is underway on a new …

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Published on June 17, 2026 - 14:39 GMT

Newtown Battlefield State Park Draft Comprehensive Plan Public Information Meetings Scheduled

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) is initiating a planning process to develop a Comprehensive Plan (Plan) for Newtown Battlefield State Park, located in Elmira, Chemung County, NY. In person and virtual public …

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Published on June 13, 2026 - 02:32 GMT

Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare for Multiple Days of Extreme Heat

Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prepare for a multi-day stretch of high outdoor temperatures that will impact areas across the state beginning Wednesday and continuing through the weekend. Scattered thunderstorms are also possible across …

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Published on June 13, 2026 - 02:32 GMT

Get Offline, Get Outside: Governor Hochul Invites New Yorkers to Experience the Outdoors at 2026 ‘Get Outdoors & Get Together Day’ ...

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York’s “Get Outdoors & Get Together Day” celebrations. Events will be held on Saturday, June 13 at more than 20 locations across New York State as part of the Governor's initiative to “Get Offline, Get …

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