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Parks, Recreation & Community Facilities

About Us

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities is home to more than 170 parks, open spaces, athletic fields, playgrounds and tot lots.

The department maintains 21 community centers while providing a full spectrum of recreational services and leisure programs for all of Richmond's citizens. Included in the park system is the James River Parks System which has been rated as the top municipal park in the United States. Additionally the Department has in its inventory more than 90 monuments/statues/memorials, nine decorative fountains, Dogwood Dell, and seven cemeteries, three of which are active.

Let's Be Good Neighbors

Richmond’s Guide to Being a Good Neighbor is a helpful guide that covers the responsibilities of both residents and the government in maintaining a safe, healthy, and vibrant neighborhood and a wonderful city in which to live.

This booklet summarizes select city ordinances as of June 2021 and is not meant to be a complete account of all ordinances. City Council often amends ordinances so it is important to check with the responsible department indicated to ensure there have been no changes since this booklet was published.

For questions, please contact our customer service team at RVA311 by dialing 3-1-1 or 804-646-7000, visiting RVA311.com, or using the RVA311 mobile app.
 

ADA Statement of Compliance

In compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities (PRCF) does not discriminate on the premise of disability. We support equal and equitable access to members of our community with a disability who choose to participate in any activity, program, and/or service. PRCF will support participation by an individual who meets essential program requirements through reasonable accommodations.  Participants are encouraged to notify PRCF staff at the time of registration or at least 2 weeks (10 business days) prior to the program start date if any accommodations are necessary.

Upon request, this information is available in an alternative format for persons with disabilities.

Inclusion Statement

PRCF is committed to providing quality inclusive recreation and leisure activities to all residents in this community regardless of their level of ability. We value and support inclusive opportunities in all activities, programs and services throughout the city.  

To request a modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office at 804-646-6646 or 804-646-6817.