Who We Are

Friends of Unity Island is a volunteer group dedicated to the stewardship of Unity Island Park in the City of Buffalo, NY. Our efforts include cleanup events, educational outreach, and advocacy. Our mission is to bring about improved maintenance, wildlife habitat restoration and sustainable park usage.

Unity Island Park is owned and managed by the City of Buffalo Division of Parks and Recreation. Friends of Unity Island is a collaborating partner with Black Rock Riverside Alliance.

Our Mission

Education and Advocacy

Sustainable Use
Responsible Fishing
Maintenance Improvements
Public Safety and Accountablity
Covid-19 Safety
Wildlife Habitat Restoration
Public Relations, Publicity and Networking

Short Term Park Enhancements

Entrance Beautification
Arts Integration
Bathroom Facilities

Long Term Improvements

Install Boardwalk on the Mounds and Dedicate as Nature Habitat
Repair and enhance the Black Rock Channel Fishing Pier
Restore access to the Black Rock Channel Shoreline Path
Establish a Site for Environmental Education and Regional History

Unity Island Location

Unity Island is located on the Niagara River in the city of Buffalo, NY.

Unity Island Park spans the northern tip of Unity Island. This jewel of the historic Black Rock neighborhood provides a prime urban nature experience that includes hiking, bicycling, picnics, fishing, birdwatching and spectacular sunsets. Dogs are allowed on a leash.

Unity Island Park is notably situated within the Niagara River Corridor Important Bird Area along a major North American migratory bird pathway. To date 190 different bird species have been observed.