Thursday, July 7, 2011

What Was Bryant Park back in 1823?

And the answer is ...

b) a graveyard

Bryant Park has a long history, predating the USA itself; George Washington even stopped by in 1776 after the Battle of Long Island. In 1823, the area was set aside as a graveyard for the city's poor until, in 1840, the bodies were moved to Ward's Island, in the East River. It became a park seven years later.

Congratulations to Lela, who wins 50% off the Amazing New York Race of her choice. Email nicole@pogoevents.com with your preferred date.

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