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ACGA is a great place to ask questions and share perspectives about all aspects of community gardening. You can ask us directly via our contact form, buy copies of our annual magazine addressing different community garden topics at our Shop, or visit our Resources page for links and references. Last but not least, you can post your garden or find a garden using our interactive garden map.



National GrowTogether Conference:
Planting Seeds of Resilience in NEW YORK CITY!
WHEN: Thursday, June 5 – Sunday, June 8.
WHERE: CUNY Graduate Center
Presented by NYC Parks GreenThumb in partnership with the American Community Gardening Association and Urban Garden Project.
Our annual conference events are traditionally paid events, which include membership renewal. This registration serves both as access to the ACGA Luncheon and your membership renewal. Click the Buy Tickets button below.
Please note that all conference events require prior registration for each day. This year's Grow Together NY Conference workshops, panel discussions, and tours are free. You will need to register for attendance separately on Eventbrite here.
***Paid registration is necessary to attend the ACGA Luncheon
This inspiring four-day gathering of community gardeners and leaders nationwide to celebrate the power of urban green spaces and community gardening.
Conference Date and Times
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Thursday, June 5th from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Workshops and panel discussions geared towards community gardening and urban agriculture organizations. -
Friday, June 6, 2025, in CUNY Skylight Room
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Open House – All conference attendees welcome (free event)
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Registration required for seated lunch and presentations (for paid ACGA members only)
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: Open House Resumes – All conference attendees welcome (free event)
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Friday, June 6th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Workshops and panel discussions geared towards community gardening and urban agriculture organizations.
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Saturday, June 7th from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Workshops and panel discussions geared towards community gardeners and that promote resilience and innovation in urban gardening and community building. -
Sunday, June 8th – Off-site tours
Join us for guided tours at GreenThumb community gardens, NYC Parks facilities, and other interesting urban green spaces across New York City. Keep an eye out for details and ticket information.
Membership Renewal Upcoming Events!
- 2025 ACGA Membership and Member Meeting Luncheon NYC Grow TogetherFri, Jun 06City University New York- Skylight Room
- ACGA's Growing Communities Workshop - Jonesboro, GAMon, Jun 16Jonesboro