As a department of the city of Indianapolis, Indy Parks and Recreation provides and manages various parks, green spaces, trails, and recreation activities in Marion County, Indiana. Across its system, Indy Parks offers 212 parks with a combined 11,258 acres of green space, and more than 3,000 annual sports, art, education, and recreation programs.
Despite Indy Parks’ numerous natural and recreational offerings, less is known about the economic impact of these amenities on the community. As a result, Indy Parks partnered with the IU Public Policy Institute to understand the economic impact and community benefits of the park system on the local economy.
