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Monuments
Browse all Parks monuments on our Permanent Art and Monuments page
Seal of the State of New York (aka Excelsior)
Eagle atop shield on integral plinth between two female figures, each on integral plinth
Directions to Central Park
Know Before You Go
There are currently 3 service interruptions affecting access within this park.
Central Park
Beginning June 27, 2018, Central Park will become entirely car-free. The Central Park transverse roads at 97th, 86th, 79th and 65th Streets will remain open to motor vehicles.
Belvedere Castle Visitor Center
Beginning Monday, February 26, Belvedere Castle will be closed for restoration. The castle will reopen to the public in 2019. To reach our Urban Park Rangers at Central Park, please call (212) 360-1444.
Central Park
Beginning Monday, February 26, Belvedere Castle will be closed for restoration. The surrounding plaza and terrace remain open, but will also close in the coming weeks. The Belvedere will reopen to the public in 2019. For more information on the restoration of Belvedere Castle, please visit Central Park Conservancy's website.
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