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John Hancock Playground

Bedford Ave., Hancock St., Jefferson Ave.

Brooklyn

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This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park.

John Hancock (1737-1793) is best known as the first man to sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776. His signature was so grand and bold that “to give your John Hancock,” has entered the vernacular as a phrase for signing one’s name.

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John Hancock Playground Weather

  • Fri
    Heavy Rain
    67°F
  • Sat
    Rain
    58°F
  • Sun
    Chance Showers
    60°F
  • Thu
    Sunny
    70°F

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