Department: Parks and Recreation
City of Asheville assesses one pool safe for access this summer due to Helene
Plan ahead for summer swim opportunities
City of Asheville spotlights Black heritage and achievement in February
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Stay active in Asheville with alternative activities while parks recover
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Park Views: Aston Park
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Investing in Community Infrastructure: 2024 Progress & 2025 Outlook
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Be winter ready for parks and greenways adventures
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Park Views: Murphy-Oakley Community Center
Named for a philanthropic family who helped develop the Oakley neighborhood, Murphy-Oakley Community Center is a product of Asheville’s resiliency following years of stagnation brought on by bank failures in 1930 and the city’s resulting public debt. When previously unincorporated areas became part of the city in 1960, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) built new community centers, parks, and recreation programs to serve the new residents including the center in Oakley.
Park Views: A Brief History of Asheville’s Public Parks
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Stay Active in January and Win Prizes from Asheville Parks & Recreation
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Weather impacts to City of Asheville Services
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