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PARK FACT:
Philanthropist Daniel Willis James donated the James Fountain to the park in the 1880s with the intention of teaching New Yorkers about kindness and charity. Originally, tin cups were chained to the fountain to allow passerby to quench their thirst.
Union Square Park
Broadway To 4 Ave., E 14 St. To E 17 St.
Manhattan
Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner
Acres: 6.51
News 
September 14, 2011
Parkies In The Spotlight: Danny Hernandez
This Parks Supervisor watched over Union Square Park during Hurricane Irene.
May 17, 2011
City Selects New Operator For Seasonal Cafe In Union Square Park
City Farm Café Chef Favors Local Food, Sustainable Practices, and Great Eats
October 26, 2010
Parks Green Fleet Grows Even Greener
This summer, Parks completed its second pilot use of Biodiesel 50 (B50), an alternative fuel...
March 20, 2009
Spring Is Awakening in New York City's Parks
On the first day of spring, Parks & Recreation reminds New Yorkers to take advantage of...
July 31, 2008
Summer Art in the Parks: A Round-Up (Part II)
Here are a few more public art installations on display in NYC parks.
April 10, 2008
Dog Fountain Unveiled In Union Square Park
Parks, the Union Square Partnership and the ASPCA today unveiled a brand new fountain at the dog...
February 11, 2008
Pro Snowboarders Hit The Rails
On February 7, Parks & Recreation, the New York City Sports Commission and Aura360 hosted...
February 8, 2008
Pro Snowboarders Hit The Rails At The Union Square Street Sessions
Today, Parks & Recreation, the New York City Sports Commission and Aura360 hosted New York...
May 9, 2007
How Lincoln Was Put Back On A Pedestal
As the old saying goes, “the darkest hour is just before the dawn.” In the wee hours...
April 3, 2007
Recycle Your Trash!
Garbage cans are aplenty in our public parks and now, under a 3-month pilot program by the...
