Great Lawn - Central Park Conservancy Located at the precise geographical center of Central Park is the Great Lawn, one of the most well-known landscapes in the world The Great Lawn Oval and North Ballfield are currently closed due to weather
Central Park Access map 150 years ago, Central Park was conceived as an idyllic and democratic public space, open to all But its historic and celebrated design — intended to provide all New Yorkers with a reprieve from urban conditions and the opportunity to connect with nature — also presents challenges for park users with limited mobility
Great Hill - Central Park Conservancy Several small glades located to the west of the main lawn area provide more intimate spaces for resting and gathering and are linked by paths overlooking Central Park West In the winter, the views open to the surrounding Park and the City in the distance
How Central Park Was Designed as a Park for the People In 1853, the New York State Legislature set aside the land to create Central Park The intention behind that historic act was to transform rock outcrops, swamps, and marshland into “a public place” that would provide a beautiful and democratic space for all New Yorkers
Landscapes of Central Park Central Park is made up of a variety of landscapes that are diverse, intricate, and interconnected—just like the communities of Park-lovers who enjoy them Each year, 42 million visitors come to the Park to find sanctuary, socialize, and connect to their passions: birders, bikers, wildlife enthusiasts, runners, walkers, caregivers, dog owners
5 Questions with Vanthon Keo, Manager of… | Central Park Conservancy Vanthon Keo, who manages Parkwide Support at the Central Park Conservancy, volunteered to stay in the Park and assess the damage as the storm ravaged parts of NYC As such, he was one of the first staff members to respond to Hurricane Sandy and begin the arduous process of cleaning up the Park
The Lake - Central Park Conservancy The Central Park Conservancy completed a major four-year restoration of the Lake in 2010 to stabilize the shoreline, enhance the landscape with new plantings, rebuild infrastructure, and improve the overall ecological health of the area