Reading the Landscape: Detecting uses, values, and meanings of parkland through social assessment

Join Dr. Lindsay Campbell of the USFS NYC Urban Field Station for a compelling lecture on how social scientists map the hidden stories of urban parkland. The session will reveal how rapid interviews, on‑the‑ground observations, and sign surveys uncover the cultural meanings that shape New York’s green spaces. Held in the historic LuEsther T. Mertz Library, attendees will experience a blend of data‑driven insight and vivid storytelling that informs future park management. This free talk is a must‑see for anyone curious about the intersection of ecology and community life in the Bronx.