Las Parcelas

Las Parcelas is the hub of the Norris Square gardens. Inside there is la casita which is a replica of a tiny "house" reminiscent of rural Puerto Rico. La casita has turned into a mini-museum with donated items from older residents such as, musical instruments, cooking utensils, homemade crafts and much more. In addition to la casita, the garden features an outdoor kitchen for cooking demonstrations, an extraordinary mural devoted to local heroes, and rows and rows of garden plots.

Meaning "the parcels," the garden's name is a perfect fit. Las Parcelas has more than 40 lots, some belonging to specific individuals, others maintained by large groups. The results are tremendous; the vegetables are savory and the herbs have no comparison.

The large garden has hosted educational programs, world-famous musicians, and most recently, organic vegetables that were grown for Philadelphia Green's City Harvest Program.