San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy launches to preserve historic park

The San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy officially launched Wednesday, September 23, with a kick-off event at San Pedro Springs Park focused on preserving the history and character of Texas’s oldest municipal park.

Established in May 2026, the Conservancy will support the park’s long-term vitality and stewardship as a community landmark that has served San Antonio for nearly 300 years. The organization’s mission includes advocating for renewal, recreation, and learning through nature in an urban setting while maintaining the park’s cultural and historical integrity.

The event introduced the Conservancy’s founding board and brought together community members, supporters, and local leaders. Participants included District 1 Councilmember Sukh Kaur, City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation Director Homer Garcia, and VIA Metropolitan Transit President and CEO Jon Gary Herrera.

The gathering was blessed by “Papa Bear” Isaac Cardenas, Spiritual Leader of the Tāp Pīlam Coahuiltecan Nation.

“San Pedro Springs Park is more than a historic place,” said Christina Wright, Chair of the San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy. “It’s a living part of San Antonio’s story, and with the Conservancy, we have an opportunity to honor what makes it so special while helping ensure it remains a place where people can gather, connect, and experience what makes San Antonio a true destination.”

The first record of the springs dates to 1691, and the City of San Antonio took ownership of the park in 1891. The park now includes the San Pedro Springs pool, the Playhouse, and the San Pedro Springs Branch Public Library.

The Conservancy aims to help protect that legacy and keep San Pedro Springs Park a San Antonio treasure for generations to come. More information is available at SPSPConservancy.org.