Cleopatra's Needle – Oldest Monument in Central Park

by | Apr 25, 2010

Probably the strangest monument in Central Park is the 71 foot, 244 ton Obelisk, or Cleopatra’s Needle. Easily the oldest man made object in the park it is located in what is now a secluded bower directly behind the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The obelisk was erected...

Belvedere Castle

by | Apr 21, 2010

Sitting high atop Vista Rock (the second highest natural elevation in the park) Belvedere Castle provides a panoramic view in almost every direction. It is also perhaps the most magical monument in Central Park, one that combines function, form and romance – all...

An Unbirthday Party in Central Park

by | Apr 10, 2010

At the northern end of Conservatory Water you will find yourself at perhaps the least exclusive soiree in Manhattan, a party where everyone is the guest of honor 364 days a year. It is, of course, Central Park’s permanent installation of its very own unbirthday party....

The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater

by | Mar 31, 2010

For over fifty years, puppeteers have been bringing to life magical tales of princesses, paupers, genies, and giants to hundreds of youngsters and their parents at Central Park’s Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater. The Marionette Theater originated as a 19th...

Gapstow Bridge

by | Mar 23, 2010

Bearing a striking resemblance to the Ponte di San Francesco in San Remo, Italy, Gapstow Bridge is yet another example of traditional architecture in Central Park. The stone span curves gracefully over the narrow neck of the Pond. Facing south, it offers the...

City To Add Green Market Carts To Central Park

by | Mar 15, 2010

In a move that will be welcomed by all of us that would prefer a snack other than a damp, doughy pretzel ring New York City has announced it expanding its eat-healthy Green Cart campaign by allowing food vendors to operate at three choice locations around the park,...

New Park Named For Andrew H. Green

by | Mar 2, 2010

A new park being built in Manhattan along the East River between East 60th and 63rd Streets will be named for Andrew H. Green, the unsung 19th century master planner, political reformer and historic preservationist. This naming, approved by Community Board #8,...

NYC Storm Breaks 114-Year-Old Snowfall Record for Central Park

by | Feb 26, 2010

The park was once again blanketed by yet another winter storm which dumped over seventeen inches on the Great Lawn.  It also broke a monthly record for snowfall in Central Park that stood for 114 years, according to the National Weather Service.  As the city digs out,...

Coyotes In Central Park

by | Feb 24, 2010

Central Park could be dogged by a coyote problem. The parks department Tuesday confirmed more than one sighting this week, but said it isn’t a cause for alarm. “It is a good sign that wildlife is returning to New York,” said parks department spokeswoman Vickie Karp....