Central Park West Historic District in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Discover Seneca Village
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, June 16, 2023
1. Discover Seneca Village Marker
Between 1825 and 1857, before the city built Central Park, this area was the location of Seneca Village — a community composed predominantly of African Americans, many of whom owned the property. This was the most densely settled section of the acreage slated for Central Park; by 1855 the community numbered approximately 225 and had 52 homes and 3 churches.
Explore the history, community, and landscape of Seneca Village in a series of interpretive signs. Begin at the information kiosk ▲, then visit the sixteen signs throughout the area, in the order suggested. Download or photograph a map of the signs here or pick up a brochure at one of our visitor centers.
To learn more about Seneca Village, visit centralparknyc.org/senecavillage
Erected 2020 by Central Park Conservancy.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1825.
Location. 40° 46.917′ N, 73° 58.275′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in the Central Park West Historic District. Marker is at the intersection of West 81st Street and Central Park West, on the right when traveling west on West 81st Street. The marker stands
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Tanner’s Spring (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Housing (about 600 feet away); Summit Rock (about 600 feet away); Addressing the Statue (about 600 feet away); Theodore Roosevelt Park (about 600 feet away); Lanes, Lots and Streets (about 600 feet away); Receiving Reservoir (about 800 feet away); The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, June 16, 2023
2. Discover Seneca Village Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 53 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 18, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
