Powerful Recognition for NYGA
Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard Bestows Anchor Award on Navy Yard Garden & Art, Inc.
Boston, MA (May 16, 2024) – The Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the historic Charlestown Navy Yard, is proud to announce Navy Yard Garden & Art, Inc. (NYGA) as the recipient of the 2024 Anchor Award.
The Anchor Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard. It recognizes outstanding contributions to the cultural enrichment and overall vitality of the Charlestown Navy Yard.
About the Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard
Founded in 1980, the Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard is a citizen-based organization with a mission to advocate for the preservation and interpretation of the Navy Yard's rich history. Through educational programs, community events, and partnerships with other organizations, the Friends work to ensure the Navy Yard remains a vibrant and accessible public space for all.
Left to Right: NYGA President Robin Digiammarino with board members Terry Savage, Marian Tse, Nancy Krepelka (the last two really rocking the paisley!)
About Navy Yard Garden & Art, Inc.
Established in 2017, NYGA is a volunteer-run 501c3 organization that has become a cornerstone of the Charlestown Navy Yard's beauty and character. Their mission is to revitalize public spaces within the Navy Yard through:
Landscape Design and Maintenance: NYGA boasts a dedicated team of volunteers with expertise in horticulture and landscape design who are responsible for the careful planning, planting, and ongoing maintenance of nearly 12 acres of gardens throughout the Navy Yard, including Shipyard Park and the waterfront gardens. They partner in this endeavor with the Friends of the Boston Harborwalk, which is a group of volunteers with a mission to create awareness, promote public enjoyment, and foster local stewardship of Boston’s 43-mile Harborwalk.
Public Art Integration: NYGA recognizes the power of art to enrich public spaces. They work collaboratively with local artists to curate and install public art installations throughout the Navy Yard. This commitment has fostered a vibrant artistic landscape that complements the historic surroundings.
Free Community Programming: NYGA goes beyond beautification by offering a variety of free programs for the community. These programs range from educational workshops to art walks and cultural events. NYGA's dedication to fostering a sense of community through shared experiences is a vital part of their mission.
From Our President
“We are incredibly honored to receive the Anchor Award from the Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard,” said Robin Digiammarino, President of Navy Yard Garden & Art, Inc. “For seven years, our dedicated volunteers have been committed to making the Charlestown Navy Yard a more beautiful, engaging, and welcoming space for everyone. This award is a testament to their tireless efforts and a recognition of the importance of public gardens and art in our community. We deeply appreciate our productive and ongoing partnership with the Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard. They do so much valuable work to assure community engagement and representation.”
Contact:
Robin Digiammarino, robin.digiammarino@gmail.com