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PARK FACT:

Before it received its current name, the park was called William J. Gaynor Park and East River Park.

Astoria Park

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19 St. bet. Astoria Park S. and Ditmars Blvd.

Queens

Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner

Acres: 59.96

Morty Arkin Memorial Plaque map_it

  • Description: Plaque
  • Materials: Bronze
  • Cast: ca. 1972
  • Dedicated: May 13, 1972
  • Foundry: U.S. Bronze Sign Company, NY
  • Donor: DPR

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