Friends of Dag Hammarskjold Plaza
Welcome to Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, the historic gateway to the United Nations and home of the Katharine Hepburn Garden.
The Latest
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NYC Parks Budget Hangs in the Balance
Groups like ours are encouraged to serve as stewards of the city’s greenspaces, but we face an uphill battle
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Thinking of You by Alketa Xhafa Mripa
A new public art installation, “Thinking of You,” opened to a large crowd in Dag Plaza on International Women’s Day to honor survivors of sexual violence.
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2025 Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting
Santa Clause led the children in a countdown to light the Christmas Tree and Menorah! The Manhattan Holiday Carolers harmonized a capella, drawing cheers.
Earth Day celebration
BOD Meeting
Seeds of Change
Celebrate Earth Day with us! Stay tuned for more details!
Home of the
Katharine Hepburn Garden
The park’s Katharine Hepburn Garden is the largest public garden on the east side of midtown Manhattan. Park architect George Vellonakis designed the naturalistic garden, preserving the park’s original sycamore trees and creating a lower canopy of birch trees, dogwoods and viburnums.
Park Features
Prestigious institutions including the Japan Society, Holy Family Church and the Family School share the block alongside luxury towers, restaurants and public amenities.
There’s always something to do!
Learn more about the park
What to do at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Park
Katharine Hepburn Garden
A naturalistic garden with original sycamore trees
Sculptural Exhibits
An ever-changing display of impressive sculptural works
Special Events
Fun and important events for everyone
Greenmarket
Every Wednesday from 8am to 3 pm
YES, I support the care and beautification of
Dag Hammarskjold Plaza
and the Katharine Hepburn Garden
Membership makes you a vital part of the “green community.”
We give the park a voice, and the greater our numbers, the stronger our voice. Whether you contribute $10 or $10,000, your support matters. Healthy parks make healthy neighborhoods.