Tudor City in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
John Ferguson McKean
Photographed By Larry Gertner, March 29, 2019
1. John Ferguson McKean marker
In Honor Of
John Ferguson McKean
1907-1993
Founder and President of the Tudor City Association
who fought tirelessly to save the Tudor City parks from development
He will have our eternal respect and gratitude for his unselfish efforts
Together as a community we shall strive to preserve these oases of greenery
August 1994
Erected 1994.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical month for this entry is August 1994.
Location. 40° 44.983′ N, 73° 58.218′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Tudor City. Marker is on Tudor City Place south of East 43rd Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: North Park, New York NY 10017, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Tudor City Historic District (a few steps from this marker); Peace Form One (within shouting distance of this marker); Ford Foundation Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Bayard Rustin (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Trygve Halvdan Lie (about 300 feet away); First Avenue Underpass (about 400 feet
this page online
Also see . . . Residents: JOHN MCKEAN. Tudor City Confidential entry (Submitted on January 15, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By Larry Gertner, March 29, 2019
2. John Ferguson McKean Marker
The marker can be seen in the distance, behind the woman.
Photographed By Larry Gertner, March 29, 2019
3. North Park art
via Tudor City Confidential, 1987
4. John Ferguson McKean, 1987
via Tudor City Confidential, unknown
5. South Park, 1950s?
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 15, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 110 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on January 15, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
