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Wards Island Park

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East River and Hell Gate

Manhattan, 10035

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This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park.

Wards Island Park is located on Wards Island, a 255-acre landmass lying in the northern end of the East River, between Manhattan and Queens.

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PlaygroundsScylla Playground

Scylla Playground is currently closed for renovations. The reconstructed playground will be fully accessible and feature modern, age-appropriate play equipment for toddlers and older children, more swings, a spray shower, upgraded, ADA-compliant, drinking fountain, and benches and access improvements for the adjacent Urban Farm.
Anticipated Completion: Summer 2013

Wards Island Park Weather

  • Tue
    Sunny
    84°F
  • Wed
    Slight Chc Thunderstorms
    84°F
  • Thu
    Chance Thunderstorms
    77°F
  • Fri
    Chance Showers
    72°F

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