Sanitation Foundation Blog
Get to know the Sanitation Foundation and explore the rich history of the NYC Department of Sanitation.
How This Metal-Working Mechanic Moved Mack Trucks
Meet Emilisa Robles, the recipient of this year’s DSNY Art Show Sustainability Prize, awarded by Mack Trucks
From Trash to Treasure: Celebrating Sanitation’s historical support of the arts
As our DSNY Art Show ceremoniously unveils this November, we thought it the perfect time to highlight our Department’s active, and historic, participation in the artistic spirit of New York City.
DSNY Remembers: Digital Exhibit
As we honor the 20th anniversary of 9/11, learn all about DSNY’s role in the City’s recovery through our digital exibition, DSNY Remembers.
Forever Strongest: DSNY COVID-19 Memorial
Learn about Forever Strongest, the first permanent, free-standing memorial to victims of the COVID-19 pandemic in the City of New York.
Snow Storytimes with Commissioner Grayson
Join DSNY’s Commissioner Grayson for our Snow Storytimes series and learn all about our snow plows!
NYC Sanitation Uniforms
Sanitation wears many hats — literally! Learn all about DSNY’s iconic uniforms.
Portrait of an Artist: Mierle Laderman Ukeles
Discover the history of DSNY’s long standing Artist-in-Residence Mierle Laderman Ukeles.
Explore DSNY’s Past on Urban Archive
Listen to our Deputy Director of Museum Planning discuss our partnership with Urban Archives.
Classroom Series: History of the DSNY
Join us for the third installment of DSNY Classroom series with “History of DSNY" with Ms. Garima. (K-12)
A History of Heroism
Take a trip back in time and learn how the DSNY stepped up in the past to help bring the city back from tragedy.
Books We Love
Read about the books that hold a special place in our hearts for all our other trash lovers.