Bryant Park

Bryant Park is a privately managed public park in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It is bordered by Fifth Avenue, Sixth Avenue, 40th Street and 42nd Street, an area of two city blocks. It was named in 1884 in honor of New York Evening Post editor William Cullen Bryant. However it has existed since 1847, when it was known as Reservoir Square. The name comes from the Croton Distributing Reservoir next to it. In 1853, it was a venue for the World's Fair held that year. The New York Crystal Palace was built on the park.

Bryant Park with NYC Public Library in the background
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The construction of the Sixth Avenue Elevated Railway in 1878 caused the park to become neglected. Although it was redesigned in the 1933-34, by the 1970's it had degenerated into a den for drug dealers and prostitutes.

Between 1979 and 1983 there was a coordinated effort to rehabilitate the park. Among the initiaties were a bookmarket, a flower market, cafes and other improvements. In 1988 a restoration effort was undertaken by a not-for-profit known as the Bryant Park Restoration Corporation.

Bryant Park bounded by New York City skyscrapers
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Today Bryant Park stands as an excellent example of New York City's 1990's revival. The 9.6 acre park is now virtually crime-free, and filled with office workers during the day and visitors on weekends. Bryant Park has the longest stretch of lawn south of Central Park. It is a favorite place among many office workers who go there to have their lunch.

How to reach Bryant Park

The B, D, F and V trains to 42nd Street / Bryant Park subway station takes you right to the park.

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