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
News 
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...
March 6, 2007
The Hare In Union Square
Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce the exhibition of Barry Flanagan’s Large...
February 22, 2007
The Hare In Union Square
Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce the exhibition of Barry Flanagan’s Large...
February 21, 2007
“Are You Whistle Worthy?” Parks & Recreation And NYC & Company Launch Summer Lifeguard Recruitment Campaign
The City’s Marketing and Tourism Organization Joins Parks in Giving Program New Look,...
Under Construction
The north plaza, 16th Street transverse, and east plaza have been completed. The playground is expected to open by the end of November. Work on the pavilion building and comfort station will continue and will be completed in early 2010.
Anticipated Completion: Winter 2010
