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Cemeteries
Honoring the past, serving the present—discover Graceland and Mound Cemeteries in Racine.
Forestry
Explore how Racine’s Forestry Division protects and cares for our urban forest—an essential community asset that provides clean air, stormwater protection, beauty, and health benefits for all
Parks Service
Behind every clean park, safe playground, and well-kept beach is the work of our Parks Service crew.
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About the Department
The City of Racine’s Parks, RecreationActivity done for enjoyment when one is not working. & Cultural Services (PRCS) Board is dedicated to protecting, preserving, maintaining, improving, and enhancing Racine’s natural and recreational resources.
The PRCS Board oversees:
- Public parks, parkways, boulevards, and golf courses
- City community centers, playgrounds, and cemeteries
- Beloved institutions like the Racine Zoo and Wustum Museum
We work to ensure that Racine residents have access to safe, well-maintained, and vibrant spaces that support health, wellness, community connection, and environmental stewardship.
🌳 Forestry
Our Forestry DivisionThe act or process of dividing; state of being divided. manages approximately 28,000 trees located along city streets, in parks, and on public grounds.There are over 10,000 additional sites where a tree can be planted.
- Each year, arboristsA specialist in the care and maintenance of trees plant 1,300 new trees, remove 600 to 700 trees, and prune 6,000 trees.
- We’re committed to growing and maintaining an urban forest that supports our city’s beauty, ecology, and resilienceThe capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness..
🏞️ Open Space & Parks
- Over 1,150 acres of public open space across the city
- 85 parks citywide
- Maintained by a dedicated team of 19 full-time and 28 seasonal employees
These open spaces serve as the heart of our neighborhoods—places to gather, play, relax, and connect with nature.
🏠 Community Centers
Racine is home to five community centers, each one a welcoming hub for residents of all ages. These centers support year-round programming that fosters learning, recreationActivity done for enjoyment when one is not working., creativity, and community engagement.
💰 Investing in Our Future
In 2022 alone, the City of Racine will invest over $5 million in capital improvement projects within our parks. This reflects our strong belief that well-maintained public spaces are essential to a thriving, inclusive, and connected community.
