ACAT’s Midtown Community Garden

Welcome & Mission

The Midtown Community Garden is a living demonstration of regenerative, organic land care in the heart of Anchorage. As a program of Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT), we utilize this space to model how community landscapes can thrive without the use of harmful synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers.

Our goal is to build environmental health and soil vitality through community-scale composting and toxic-free gardening practices

2026 Summer Events Schedule

Join us every Wednesday from 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM (May through September)

We host weekly sessions for gardeners and neighbors to work together. No pre-registration is required for volunteer shifts—just show up!

1st Wednesday: Midtown Community Garden and Depot -Focus on individual plot maintenance, garden perimeter and paths. Best for current plot holders. All welcome.
2nd Wednesday: Compost Hub Maintenance Work with our Aerated Static Pile (ASP) composting system. A great way to learn about organic waste diversion and soil health.
3rd Wednesday: Midtown Garden Depot - Focus on cleaning up the Depot, stacking pots, turning the community compost bins, and
4th Wednesday: Community Volunteer & Education Shift A hands-on volunteer party featuring informal demonstrations on toxic-free gardening and regenerative techniques.

Gardening with Us

Our site features a variety of numbered raised beds, and an emphasis on neighborly communication.

Pesticide-Free Policy: To protect our pollinators and our community’s health, absolutely no synthetic chemicals are allowed on site.
Communal Spaces: Our greenhouse serves as both a growing space and a social hub, housing shared supplies for community gatherings.
Plot Availability: All beds are spoken for, but please reach out to get on our waitlist - there is turnover every season - contact [email protected]
Hours / Access: The lot is open 7 days a week, 6 am - 10 pm. Gate is sometimes held closed by a bunjee cord. Leave the gate as you found it, and be respectful to neighbors.
Closest bathroom: Public toilet and water foundatin at Arctic/Benson park. Bathrooms across Benson at Carl's Junior or McDonalds.
Plot Availability: All beds are spoken for, but please reach out to get on our waitlist - there is turnover every season - contact [email protected]
Questions? Contact Nick at 717-4392 or [email protected] for more information about the garden and getting a plot.

Why a Toxic-Free Future

While other organizations work on food security, ACAT focuses on the intersection of health and the environment. The Midtown Community Garden is a key part of our mission to: