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Recreation, Parks & Open Space

Our Vision

The Department of Recreation, Parks and Open Space in partnership with community shareholders will be a leader in providing wholesome, enriching and diverse quality of life programs, events and facilities for our citizens to enjoy.

OUR MISSION

To enrich the quality of life for our citizens by:
  • Providing choices and opportunities for Norfolk residents to recreate.
  • Development and operation of a full spectrum of recreational services for youth, adults and special populations.
  • Ensuring the management and maintenance of the City's parks, playgrounds, City beaches, the urban forest and City owned cemeteries.
Recreation, Parks and Open Space
501 Boush Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 441-2400
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8:30a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday thru Friday

Director
Darrell Crittendon
(757) 441-2400
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Ass't Director
Deborah Morton
(757) 441-2400
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