New York City Department of Parks and Recreation

Film Shoot Request Form

Pursuant to § 1-05(e) of the Rules & Regulations of NYC Parks, certain film and photography shoots on property under NYC Parks’ jurisdiction may require a permit from the Mayor’s Office of Media & ...
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation

Shakespeare in the Parks

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Adult and Senior Water Exercise

Water Exercise offers a stress-free time to swim, improve health and fitness by participating in an instructor-led water exercise class, and socializing with others, while enjoying the benefits of the ...
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation

Jaime Campiz Playground

This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. This playground is named for an athlete and veteran, Jaime Campiz. Jaime Campiz was born on October 16, ...
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Bronx Park

This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. Bronx Park, like the surrounding borough and the river that runs through it, is named for the 17th century ...
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Russell Sage Playground

This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. This playground is named after the adjacent Russell Sage School, J.H.S.190, in the Rego Park section of ...
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Duane Park

This park has a long and storied history. In 1797, it became the first property bought by the City government specifically for use as a park. Today, it features a ribbon of benches and shade from ...
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation

NYC Parks Plant Ecology Center and Nursery

NYC Parks Plant Ecology Center and Nursery (PECAN) is a 13-acre plant and seed production facility located on Staten Island. PECAN’s mission is to support the restoration and enhancement of NYC's ...
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Central Park

This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. This statue of Scottish national poet Robert Burns (1759–1796), companion to the 1872 Sir Walter Scott ...
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The High Bridge

New York City’s Oldest Standing Bridge Connects Manhattan and the Bronx After closing for more than 40 years, The High Bridge—New York City’s oldest standing bridge—is open! Come explore this iconic ...
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East River Esplanade

FDR Drive to E. River shoreline from E. 90 St. to RFK Bridge ...
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation

Betsy Head Park

Betsy Head Memorial Playground has been a presence in the neighborhood for almost 100 years. Built on land bequeathed to the city specifially for purposes of public health and recreation, it continues ...