Mabel Hampton Playground

This park is named for Mabel Hampton (1902-1989) who was a prominent lesbian activist and dancer during the Harlem Renaissance. She was also a philanthropist and lived with her long-time partner Lillian Foster for decades on 169th Street in the Bronx.

Discover the history of Mabel Hampton Playground

Facilities

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  Playgrounds
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  Spray Showers

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Directions to Mabel Hampton Playground

News

• NYC PARKS RE/NAMES 16 SITES IN HONOR OF THE BLACK EXPERIENCE IN NYC

Highlights

• Mabel Hampton Garden
• Morris Garden

More About Mabel Hampton Playground

Zip Code:10453
Community Board: 05
Council Member: Fernando Cabrera
Park ID: X292
Acreage: 0.44
Property Type: Playground

Other Parks Nearby

• Walton Park (0.07 miles)
• Mount Hope Garden (0.16 miles)
• Grand Playground (0.19 miles)
• Davidson Playground (0.19 miles)
• Aqueduct Walk (0.32 miles)