Outdoors & RecreationHarlem

Marcus Garvey Park

Description

Named after Marcus Garvey, a renowned black leader who was born in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica, in 1887, this park boasts more than 20 acres of indoor and outdoor fun. In addition to a stunning fire watchtower that was built in 1856 and was designated a landmark in 1967, the park includes a concert band shell for live shows, a pool, basketball courts, dog runs, spray showers, a rec center and, of course, playgrounds.

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Location

Madison Ave. btw. 120th & 124th Sts. Manhattan, NY, 10035

Features

Type
Parks & Gardens

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