Midtown South in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Welcome to Bryant Park
Designed in the French Classical tradition, Bryant Park's six acres feature:
192 trees
1.1-acre lawn
7 monuments
1,000+ free activities
150,000 bulbs planted annually
133+ bird species
4,000+ moveable tables and chairs
Bryant Park Corporation, a private not-for-profit company, was founded in 1980 to renovate, restore, maintain, and operate this urban oasis, designated a Scenic Landmark in 1974 by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission. Bryant Park is visited by over 12 million people from all over the world every year.
Erected by Bryant Park Corporation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1980.
Location. 40° 45.263′ N, 73° 59.042′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Midtown South. It is at the intersection of Bryant Park and 6th Avenue on Bryant Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New York NY 10018, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Pιtanque (here, next to this marker); The Crystal Palace (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Welcome to Bryant Park (a few steps from this marker); About them Belgians and their Wafels! (a few steps from this marker); Our Story (a few steps from this marker); 5 Fun facts about Wafels and dinges (a few steps from this marker); Josephine Shaw Lowell Memorial Fountain (within shouting distance of this marker); Andrada (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 15, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 301 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 15, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
