Adopt-A-Bench
Honor a Loved One or Commemorate a Milestone
Why adopt a bench?
Bench adoptions provide an opportunity to memorialize an important person or moment. They also serve as an incredible gift to the broader community, who will pause in nature’s beauty and share in this place of reflection you’ve provided.
To adopt a bench:
- Review the information on this page to learn about the program details, cost and adoption process.
- Submit an interest form at the bottom of this page.
- Within approximately one week you will receive an email from our team with more information and next steps.
Adopt-A-Bench Summary
- Donation: $6,000/bench
- Option to pay over three-year pledge
- Includes:
- Installation of bench, if applicable
- Design of inscription and mount of a personalized memorial plaque
- Adoption recognition on a digital map
- Certificate of adoption (example)
- Duration: Ten-year dedication, with the first option to renew
Bench Adoption Map
Potential bench locations are identified as green points along the map. Click on a point and use the > arrow to view a specific bench site details and note your preferred bench Site Number.
To inquire about these or other bench sites, please contact us via the inquiry form below.
Plaque Inscription/Dedication
Plaques can contain up to three lines of text. Refer to sample images for examples.
Suggested text includes (but is not limited to): “In memory of,” “In honor of,” “In celebration of,” followed by the honoree’s first and last name. You may also include a line to indicate who is dedicating the bench.
In its sole discretion, the High Line Canal Conservancy or its jurisdictional partners reserve the right to reject any proposed inscription that is considered inappropriate.
