What was Central Park before it was Central Park?


What was Central Park before it was Central Park? Before Central Park was built, the area from West 82nd to West 89th Street was home to Seneca Village, the largest community of African-American property owners in New York.


Was Central Park built over a town?

Before Central Park was built, the area from West 82nd to West 89th Street was home to Seneca Village, the largest community of African-American property owners in New York.


What are 3 facts about Central Park?

Cool Facts about Central Park
  • Anyone Can Adopt a Park Bench.
  • Central Park Is One of the City's Most Popular Destinations. ...
  • Central Park Was – and Remains – an Expensive Part of City Life. ...
  • The Entire Park Was Built by Hand. ...
  • Frederick Law Olmstead Designed Central Park. ...
  • New York City Purchased the Park Land in 1853. ...