Horseshoe Playground

E. 165 St. and Rogers Pl.

Bronx

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

Almost since this U-shaped park was created in 1897 it has been commonly known as Horseshoe Park because of its unusual shape. The site of the park was spared from development because of its steep slope with East 165th Street being routed around this park.