Mission Statement
The goal of the Parks & Recreation Department is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of our community by providing meaningful recreational programs along with safe, beautiful and sustainable facilities.

The Friends Group supports Parks & Recreation by:

  • Assisting park staff with planning and implementing special events and fundraisers.
  • Preserving, enhancing and providing safe parks and recreation opportunities for the citizens of Texarkana, Texas and surrounding areas.
  • Providing volunteers to instruct recreational classes.
  • Holding meetings to inform the public on activities and special projects that the friends group is working on.
Friends of the Parks

The Friends of Texarkana Parks is a nonprofit (501(c)3) volunteer group interested in preserving, developing and maintaining parks in Texarkana. This group is also interested in expanding recreational opportunities for Texarkana and surrounding communities.

How can I get involved with the Friends of Texarkana Parks?