What better way to celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month than to feature the great Women of Waterloo Greenway whose immeasurable impacts have helped shape our park and organization throughout the years. Through the month of March, we’ll be updating this post with messages from the women who work tirelessly to further our […]
Creek Show 2021 Call for Ideas Now Open
Calling local artists, architects, and designers! We’re now accepting light-based art installation ideas for our 7th Annual Creek Show! Submit your ideas at creekshow.com through March 26, 2021.
Winter Storm Recovery Resources
Since last week, we’ve seen a tremendous community outpour of support for neighbors and fellow Texans impacted by the extraordinary winter weather crisis. Whether providing shelter, warmth, food, or water, communities across the state are coming together to provide critical assistance to those impacted by last week’s winter storm. Explore the resources below for ways […]
Help Amplify Educational Initiatives at Waterloo Greenway in 2021
We’ve hosted nature days, BioBlitz events, and creek adventures over the years, and with the opening of Waterloo Park in 2021, we’re ready to take our educational programming to the next level. This year, our Amplify Austin campaign will support three new educational initiatives: a creative writing contest to engage and support local schools, a Waterloo […]
A Message from WG Board Chair Cotter Cunningham
After six years of tireless work to further Waterloo Greenway’s mission, Peter Mullan has announced that he will be departing from his role as CEO and accepting a new position as Chief of Architecture and Urban Design for the Austin Transit Partnership (ATP), the organization newly created by the City of Austin and Capital Metro to implement the Project Connect transit plan.
Waterloo Greenway Takes Part in National COVID-19 Memorial
On January 19, 2021, Waterloo Greenway joined thousands of cities across the country for a national moment of unity and remembrance. Waterloo Park’s Moody Amphitheater and Hill Country Garden were illuminated on Tuesday night to honor the lives we’ve lost to COVID-19 and the communities across our country that have been forever changed by the […]
Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
In honor of MLK Day on January 18th, join these virtual events hosted by The George Washington Carver Museum, Civil Righteousness Austin, The LBJ School of Public Affairs, and the Austin Area Heritage Council.
New Year, New Park!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we surpassed our end-of-year fundraising goal and raised $56,545! You’ve helped ensure that Waterloo Park will open in 2021, in a time when our community needs equitable access to public green spaces most.
Discover Austin’s Newest Performing Arts Venue: Moody Amphitheater
You’ve never experienced an outdoor performing arts venue quite like this. The Moody Amphitheater is the perfect place to enjoy socially-distant community programs like outdoor concerts, movies in the park, dance performances, and much more! Designed and built into the natural fabric of Waterloo Park, the Moody Amphitheater features more than 38,000 square feet of […]
Immerse Yourself in Nature in the Heart of Downtown Austin
This summer, you’ll be able to get lost exploring thousands of native plants and blooming wildflowers in Waterloo Park’s Hill Country Garden. Just a short walk from the State Capitol, The University of Texas at Austin, and the Red River Cultural District, parkgoers can take a break from the city life and take in the […]