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PARK FACT:
Randall's Island was sold to the city for $60,000 in 1835.
Randall's Island Park
East River and Harlem River
Manhattan
Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner
Acres: 256.11
Highlights
Discus Thrower Statue
The Discus Thrower statue was created by Greek sculptor Kostas Dimitriadis. Dimitriadis, who also studied and worked in Paris and London, was inspired by models from… Read More
Randall’s Island
Dutch Governor Wouter Van Twiller purchased Randall's Island, then known as Minnahanonck, from Native Americans in 1637. Over the next 200 years, Randall's Island was used… Read More
The Atlantic Flyway - Randall's Island
The bald eagle, a national symbol of strength and freedom, was formerly listed as an endangered species. Although this majestic bird no longer nests here, it can still be… Read More
The Hell Gate Pathway
The Hell Gate Bridge and Railroad Viaduct span Randall’s Island Park approximately 100 feet above ground, with heavy piers of stone planted firmly in Astoria to the… Read More
Know Before You Go
The New York City Department of Transportation is performing capital upgrades to the 103rd Street Pedestrian Bridge. The bridge has been closed since Oct. 31, 2011 due to construction. The bridge is scheduled to re-open early summer 2012. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Anticipated Completion: Spring 2012
