PARK FACT:
The Kiel Arboretum was inspired by a description of an arboretum proposed for the northeast corner of Central Park in 1858.
Morningside Park
Highlights
Carl Schurz Monument
Carl Schurz (1829-1906) was born in Liblar, Prussia (near what is now Cologne, Germany). In 1848, while a doctoral candidate at the University of Bonn, he joined the… Read More
Dr. Thomas Kiel Arboretum
This arboretum (a Latin word meaning "a place grown with trees") was named in memory of one of Morningside Park’s most dedicated volunteers, Dr.… Read More
Manhattan Schist in New York City Parks
Schist—which can be seen in Morningside Park, Marcus Garvey Memorial Park, and J Hood Wright Park—is an extremely strong and durable rock type. Deep below the… Read More
Morningside Park
Morningside Park takes its name from the eastern side—where the sun rises in the morning—of the rugged cliff of Manhattan schist which separates… Read More
Playground 123
This playground is located on the northeast corner of Morningside Park, facing 123rd Street, for which it is named. The site lies within the area settled following the… Read More
Seligman Fountain
This striking bronze sculpture by Edgar Walter (1877-1938) is also known as Bear and Faun. It was dedicated in 1914 in memory of Alfred L. Seligman (1864-1910),… Read More
