Welcome
Friends of High School Park
A non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is to create, manage, and preserve a viable 11+ acre native ecosystem within Cheltenham Township’s High School Park for the enjoyment and education of the community.

Wander through the winding upper meadow paths, and discover the demonstration gardens, a working rain garden, and a raised walkway and bird observation deck. Then, meander through the middle woodland area and down onto the stream banks of the Tookany Creek.

Our Gardens
Native Plants & Pollinators

Our Gardens
Native Plants & Pollinators
We concentrate on plants that have evolved here, they are well-adapted to our climate and are generally easy to care for once they are established. Many native perennials like less fertile soil and require the addition of little or no fertilizer.
Info & Events
Current & Upcoming
Summer Artist Series Returns
This summer there will be 3 artists working within the park each offering workshops, culminating in a final installation and presentation of their work. Rhonda Hershey Ike- Nesting @earthartyoga (IG) Artist "Walk & Talk"...
Summer Music Series!
Our Summer Music Series is back in the Park with the "kickoff" at our Plant Sale! Bring chairs, blankets, a picnic, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors as you listen to all these local musicians! Sunday, June 4th, 11:30 am- Jayla Jones, cellist, Friday, June 9th, 6:30 pm...
Plant Sale
Sunday, June 4th from 11am - 3pm Join us for a lovely Sunday in the Park and purchase a variety of Native Plants grown in our Nursery! (In addition, there will be herbs and other perennials), Come chat with us at the "Ask the Experts" table! We will have information...
Our History
Founded in 1995 on the grounds of the Cheltenham High School plex.
Rebuilding & Development
Maintaining the Park
In 2007, at FHSP’s request, Cheltenham Township received a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. This enabled us to commission a detailed restoration plan for High School Park. High School Park is also built and maintained with input from FHSP volunteers, township personnel, business owners and other residents.
We’re a work in progress and you can help!


Riparian Zone

Entrances

Signage & Lighting
Culture
Arts in Our Park

Annual Festival
Arts in the Park is a one-day arts festival sponsored by Friends of High School Park, and held at High School Park in the heart of Elkins Park, PA .
Join us in a natural “theater” for our outdoor music series, summertime artist installations, and annual arts festival


