Chestnut Park

Dundalk, MD 21222

About This Space

This site was once a vacant lot in Turner Station, a historic Black neighborhood in Dundalk. The lot was conserved through the joint efforts of local community organization Turner Station Conservation Corps and NeighborSpace. With the addition of native plants, walking trails, and benches, it is now a park and gathering space for the community.

• Includes benches and community gathering space
• Gravel trails throughout for leisurely nature strolls
• Includes raised beds planted and maintained by the community
• Planted with native plants to support local pollinators
• Street parking
• No bathrooms
  

Why It Matters

Green spaces provide essential benefits to our community, creating healthier neighborhoods and stronger connections to nature.

• Provides accessible green space for local residents
• Creates opportunities for outdoor recreation and nature connection
• Supports local biodiversity and urban wildlife habitat
• Enhances neighborhood property values and community character