About Us

Our History

The Foundation was started by a group of visionary citizens who saw the potential of a premier park in land. Today, River Legacy Parks is a 1,300-acre urban oasis following the curves of the Trinity River. The Parks’ ecological diversity of bottomland forest, wetlands and prairies provides abundant habitat for countless birds, fish, mammals and native plants. River Legacy Foundation continues to work hand-in-hand with the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department to provide funding for the preservation and expansion of River Legacy Parks. Recognizing a need for an educational facility to ensure future stewards of the parkland, The Foundation developed River Legacy Nature Center.
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Services

Our Mission

To education and inspire environmental stewardship that protects the Trinity River and surrounding natural areas.

Our Philosophy

Below embodies our three pillar approach to our mission and vision.

Education

Children shall have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the environment and their relationship to it.

Recreation

Recreational activities within river legacy parks shall not endanger the environmental integrity of the parks or the safety of park users. potential activities must be measured against a nature standard, as well as an urban standard.

Preservation

River Legacy Parks shall be preserved, managed, and restored in a manner that protects the parks reservoir of biological diversity.

Health & wellness

We believe that nature is essential to the health and well-being of every individual and community.

Our Sponsors & Donors

River Legacy’s Mission only becomes a reality because YOU work alongside us.

Last year, River Legacy Nature Center facilitated more than 35,000 experiences for individuals across all age groups— children, teens, adults, and seniors—to explore nature.The Nature Center is a fantastic community resource, offering educational programs and a place for those seeking a tranquil retreat.

Consider supporting us today!

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