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Alice Hudson Pell Appointed to Nashville’s Metro Parks & Recreation Board

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Alice Hudson Pell, Executive Director of TennGreen Land Conservancy, with Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell at Metro Parks Council Appointment. (Photo courtesy of Mayor's Office)

TennGreen Land Conservancy is proud to share that our Executive Director, Alice Hudson Pell, has been appointed by Nashville’s Metro Council to the Metro Parks & Recreation Board.

This board plays a vital role in guiding the vision, planning, and oversight of the city’s expansive parks system that manages more than 15,000 acres of parkland, greenways, and recreational amenities. The Board’s mission is to advise and support the Parks Department in preserving, enhancing, and promoting Nashville’s parks for the benefit of all residents. Hudson Pell joins a group of dedicated civic leaders who help ensure that these public spaces remain accessible, equitable, and responsive to community needs.

Mission: Advise and support the Parks Department in preserving, enhancing, and promoting Nashville’s parks for the benefit of all residents
TennGreen Board President Elect, Bob Sarratt, Executive Director Alice Hudson Pell, and Tennessee Governor Bill Lee during a conservation gathering at TennGreen's historic downtown Nashville office, 2024. (Photo: Jon D. B.)
TennGreen Board President Elect, Bob Sarratt, Executive Director Alice Hudson Pell, and Tennessee Governor Bill Lee during a conservation gathering at TennGreen’s historic downtown Nashville office, 2024. (Photo: Jon D. B.)

This appointment aligns with the broader mission of both TennGreen and Metro Parks & Recreation Department, which exist to provide every citizen of Nashville and Davidson County with an equal opportunity for leisure activities and facilities. The Metro Department’s work centers on quality of life—supporting wellness, environmental stewardship, cultural enrichment, and community building through its programs and public lands.

As Nashville continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, the balance between development and conservation is becoming ever more critical. Hudson Pell’s leadership brings a deep understanding of what’s at stake—from the biodiversity of Middle Tennessee’s unique geologic landscapes to the social and health benefits of green spaces in urban communities.

‘Parks are where our community connects with each other and with nature’ – Alice Hudson Pell

Alice Hudson Pell, Executive Director of TennGreen Land Conservancy, with Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell at Metro Parks Council Appointment. (Photo courtesy of Mayor's Office)
Alice Hudson Pell, Executive Director of TennGreen Land Conservancy, with Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell at Metro Parks Council Appointment. (Photo courtesy of Mayor’s Office)

“Parks are where our community connects with each other and with nature,” said Hudson Pell. “I’m honored to serve in this role and to support Metro Parks in protecting what makes Nashville livable, beautiful, and sustainable.”

As Executive Director of TennGreen, Tennessee’s oldest accredited statewide land conservancy, Hudson Pell has worked to expand conservation efforts across the state—protecting the lands and waters that make Tennessee special. Her new civic role strengthens TennGreen’s ongoing partnerships and emphasizes the importance of cross-sector collaboration in conserving natural resources while planning for smart growth.

We congratulate Alice and look forward to seeing how her conservation lens will help shape the future of Nashville’s parks and open spaces.

To learn more about TennGreen’s acquisition history with our Tennessee parks, visit out Acquisitions page.