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The current Washington Square Park arch was built between 1890 and 1892 to replace a wooden arch that was created to commemorate the centennial of Washington's inauguration in 1889.

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Reading to Kids for Mandela Day

Monday, July 13, 2009
1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Manhattan

In honor of the former president of South Africa, we'll read stories about Nelson Mandela to children.

Location: Washington Square Park: Teen Plaza, Washington Square Park

Category: Cultural, Education, Kids