Detective Joseph Mayrose Park, or the “Dog Park” as many know it, is a mainstay for the South Slope community. Located directly across from P.S. 10, Mayrose Park’s central location has secured its role as a hub of play and leisure in the neighborhood for years. But we have often wondered if the park is reaching its full potential. Could it be more environmentally friendly, more accessible, more fun? 

At Into the Future, we are constantly striving to question the norm and design better futures for ourselves and our communities. This project invites the entire Into the Future community to reimagine Mayrose Park. How do we transform the park into a civic space that more effectively represents public values? To answer this question, we will start with help from the inspiring minds of the kids at Into the Future, poll the community for opinions, and culminate with a presentation that celebrates our vision. We will dream big and design a future version of Mayrose Park that challenges expectations, serves our community, and inspires play. At Into the Future, your imagination is the limit–so let’s get building!