Union Square Park
New York, NY 10003
Phone:
- Cross Street:
- Between Broadway and Park Avenue
- Directions:
- L; N, R; 4, 5, 6 at 14th St-Union Sq
- Hours:
- Daily 24 hours
Editorial Review for Union Square Park – by Citysearch Staff
Overview
Home of the first Labor Day parade on Sept. 5, 1882, Union Square has been a gathering place for New Yorkers to express their outrage about labor practices, war policies and other issues for more than a century. That communal element eventually secured the park landmark status in November 1997.
Features
This erstwhile tatty wasteland has risen from the ashes to become a vibrant center of urban activity. It was the site of round-the-clock vigils for peace, and filled with flowers and candles, in the days following 9/11. Three separate playgrounds, all more or less equal in size, are located at the northern end of the square. One has slightly older equipment including a metal geodesic dome-type climbing structure. The two others feature rubberized surfaces underfoot and new metal and plastic equipment. At the south end of the park? Skateboarders and pigeons.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoFind farm-fresh produce and other treats to satisfy your culinary cravings at the greenmarket.
The ExtrasBring your laptop and enjoy the views, as free Wi-Fi service is available.
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