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PARK FACT:

The park's 1934 opening was such an elaborate, grand celebration that it was broadcast on radio stations not only in New York, but also in places as far away as Portland, Maine and Richmond, Virginia.

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March 9, 2009

Detail of Harriet Tubman memorial statue in Harlem.

Women's History and New York City Parks (Parks II)

We continue our look at New York City parks and monuments named for important women in history.

August 10, 2006

A Brief History Of Soccer In New York City

Games whose primary object involved kicking a ball into a goal reach back as far as 300...

September 14, 2005

PARTNERING FOR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Throughout the summer months, Parks & Recreation has been working closely with Partnerships...

September 14, 2004

THE GROUNDBREAKING SCOOP
Running Circles around the Competition

The fastest man on earth, Justin Gatlin, said the track in Athens, on which he won the gold...

March 31, 2004

FROM GRAY TO GREEN: HESTER & CANAL STREET FIELD UNDERGOES MAJOR RENOVATION

"The creation of new parks is for those who visit and work here – but most important for those...