On this Co-Op City site in 1960-1964 was the entrance to Freedomland USA
"The World's Largest Outdoor Entertainment Center"
A true theme park shaped in the map of the United States with rides, attractions and performers . . . — — Map (db m143192) HM
In the early 1900s, we founded the American Bison Society to help save wild bison from the brink of extinction.
1700| Millions Roamed the Plains
Before the westward expansion of the United States began in the 1800s, around 30 million . . . — — Map (db m193257) HM
In the early 1900s, we founded the American Bison Society to help save wild bison from the brink of extinction.
1700| Millions Roamed the Plains
Before the westward expansion of the United States began in the 1800s, around 30 million . . . — — Map (db m193299) HM
In commemoration of the American Bison Society, founded in 1905 with the help of William T. Hornaday, the Director of the Bronx Zoo. Under Hornadays leadership, the ABS dedicated efforts helped restore bison to the prairies with animals from . . . — — Map (db m7328) HM
You are standing in historic Astor Court, wit its symmetrical great lawn and surrounding classical buildings. The Wildlife Conservation Society, founded in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society, opened the Bronx Zoo in 1899.
A Foundation . . . — — Map (db m193296) HM
Grazing, wallowing, and other bison behaviors turn out to be beneficial for plants and animals.
As seen on "The Zoo!"
Keepers noticed that one of the zoo's bison calves developed a bowed leg, caused by one leg bone growing faster than . . . — — Map (db m193265) HM
This Healing Totem is a gift of peace and hope to the people of New York City from the youths of the One Voice Arts & Leadership Program of Monterey County, California, in commemoration of the attack on the World Trade Center, September 11, 2001. . . . — — Map (db m193255) HM WM
One of the most endangered cranes, red-crowned cranes have found safe wintering grounds in the demilitarized zone between North Korea and South Korea. This zone has become a haven for wildlife. Scientists are working to protect red-crowned cranes . . . — — Map (db m193273) HM
These are the actual remains of a 35-year-old male elephant who was poached for his ivory in 1989. We have been working to ensure fewer African elephants suffer the same fate.
A Cautious Comeback
Although some are now protected in . . . — — Map (db m193279) HM
As seen on "The Zoo!"
Members of our nyala herd are descendents from the original herd dating back to 1941, when the Bronx Zoo opened the ground-breaking African Plains exhibit. It was the first exhibit in North America to show . . . — — Map (db m193277) HM
We're proud to provide a home for Leo, a snow leopard orphaned as a cub in Pakistan.
Leo has been cared for at the Bronx Zoo since 2006 because no appropriate facility for snow leopards exists in Pakistan.
Leo's move to the Bronx . . . — — Map (db m193278) HM
The 265 acre Wildlife Conservation Park/Bronx Zoo is the result of a partnership with New York City dating from 1895. The Zoo is operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society, a non-profit membership corporation, under City and State agreements. . . . — — Map (db m193298) HM
Pθre David's deer survive today thanks to over a century of careful conservation and caring individuals.
around 0 A.D. | Deer kept in Imperial Hunting Park in Nan Hai-Tze near Beijing.
around 200 A.D. | Deer presumed extinct in . . . — — Map (db m193268) HM
Since 1970, the Wildlife Conservation Society has supported research on snow leopards in the Himalayas. The nature of the terrain and of the species make snow leopard sightings rare. Only with the aid of radio tracking can these elusive predators . . . — — Map (db m193276) HM
The deer that Pθre David found in a hunting park near Beijing were the last surviving members of a species that had died out in the wild centuries earlier.
After this discovery, deer were sent to European zoos where breeding programs . . . — — Map (db m193267) HM
The deer that Pθre David found in a hunting park near Beijing were the last surviving members of a species that had died out in the wild centuries earlier.
After this discovery, deer were sent to European zoos where breeding programs . . . — — Map (db m193270) HM
Species Survival Plan
The Species Survival Plan (SSP) is a program administered by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) that coordinates breeding efforts among zoos to maintain genetically diverse and stable . . . — — Map (db m193275) HM
State-of-the-art in 1903
When the Lion House first opened in 1903, it featured state-of-the-art exhibits for that time. With the careful transformation of the building into Madagascar!, we continue to establish and maintain . . . — — Map (db m193294) HM
The American Bison Society
which did more than any other agency to save the buffalo for you who read this inscription, was founded by friends of all wild life in this building
December 8, 1905 — — Map (db m193292) HM
A Landmark Goes Green
The historic Lion House, originally built in 1903, has been updated to become New York City's first LEED* certified landmark building. The Lion House now uses 57% less energy than a conventional buildingand . . . — — Map (db m193293) HM
These small gazelles may seem delicate, but antelopes like Thompson's Gazelle (also called Tommies) have to fight for mates, space, and to stay alive.
Fighting for Mates
All male antelopes have horns they use to fight each other over . . . — — Map (db m193280) HM
Thanks to decades of conservation efforts, this wetland bird has rebounded after being hunted almost to extinction. Still the world's rarest swan, Trumpeters can be found in western Canada and parts of Alaska. — — Map (db m193272) HM
Pθre David's deer are named for French missionary "Pθre" (Father) David who discovered them for the Western world in 1865 in a Beijing hunting park. Their Chinese nickname is "ssu-pu-hsiang" refering to four characteristics that are . . . — — Map (db m193271) HM
The
Leonard H. Hawkins
Post 156
Flies this Flag
In Memory of
Col. Lawrence G. Lane
US Army Vietnam
A Fellow Comrade
In Arms
Donated by
Robert and Rose Booth Family — — Map (db m259690) WM
Dedicated to the memory of
Police Officer
Pasquale J. Venturelli
Who's life was taken on January 23, 1943, in the performance of duty.
PO Venturelli, and his partner spotted a car that was reported stolen earlier. . . . — — Map (db m226283) HM
It was in 1966 that the Sammy's Fixbox story began from our very humble beginnings in 1966 we have grown from a 26 seat snack bar to 500 seat, full service restaurant: preparing upwards of 1 million meals annually. Our phenomenal grouth . . . — — Map (db m226279) HM
In honor of the
boys of City Island
who served in the World War
Andres, Wm. G.
Axel, C.
Barr, A.
Barr, G.
Barry, M.
Barry, W.
Bartels, J.F.
Baylis, O.
Bell, F.
Booth, A.A.
Booth, E.
Booth, R.
Booth, . . . — — Map (db m226285) WM
In loving memory of
our war dead
George W. Balmore
Robert T. Doyle
Sanford E. Diamond
William A. Dietrich
C.F. Danajovits
Robert W. Fenton
John Joseph Hirsch, Jr.
Raymond Leon Jones
Robert (Sonny) Jones . . . — — Map (db m226288) WM
Agustin "Gus" Dinolis' Bronx roots run deep. As a young boy, he and his family migrated from Panama to the South Bronx in the 1960s.
When Gus moved to Clason Point nearly 30 years ago, he immediately noticed that the abandoned log was a . . . — — Map (db m275083) HM
This site is a public garden which is maintained by neighborhood volunteers through GreenThumb. Founded in 1978, GreenThumb helps local residents transform vacant properties into attractive green spaces. If you want to join this garden, call (212) . . . — — Map (db m275081) HM
This site is a public garden which is maintained by neighborhood volunteers through GreenThumb. Founded in 1978, GreenThumb helps local residents transform vacant properties into attractive green spaces. If you want to join this garden, call (212) . . . — — Map (db m275082) HM
Salt marshes play a vital role in our coastal waters. These ecosystems protect the shoreline from erosion, filter pollutants from the water, and provide a rich wildlife habitat.
In the last 200 years, more than 80% of New York City's . . . — — Map (db m275015) HM
Dedicated to those who made the svpreme sacrifice and to all others from Clason Point who entered the services of ovr covntry in the World War
New York City
A.D. 1928
Let vs raise a standard to which the wise and the . . . — — Map (db m275080) WM
A Yankee forever.
A man who knew only one way to play - to win. As a player for Casey Stengel he thrived on pressure delivering the key play or hit. MVP of 1953 World Series setting record for most hits in six-game series with 12. Later as a . . . — — Map (db m18398) HM
New York Yankees 1947 - 1954
One of the Yankees' greatest right hand pitchers
Hurled two no hitters in 1951
Starred on five straight World Champions 1949 - 1953
Five time All-Star
.686 Yankee winning percentage
Erected by the New York . . . — — Map (db m18393) HM
A five-time World Champion and three-time All-Star, Pettitte was a model of consistency in the Yankees rotation for 15 seasons, going 219-127 (.633) and tying the franchise record of 438 starts.<
Known for having one of baseball's best . . . — — Map (db m254030) HM
Pettitte was one of the Yankees' top left-handed pitchers, ranking first in franchise history in strikeouts, third in wins, and tied for first in games started. He is the all-time MLP postseason leader in wins, starts, and innings pitched. A . . . — — Map (db m253919) HM
From 1920 - 1934, The Babe singlehandedly lifted baseball to new heights with his unlimited talent and unbridled love for the game. His enormous contributions to baseball and The Yankees made him the most celebrated athlete who ever lived. — — Map (db m54727) HM
The lower Hudson Valley and the Bronx Terminal Market share a rich and colorful past.
Macomb's Dam Across the Harlem River
In 1814, Robert Macomb built a dam and toll bridge across the Harlem River in the vicinity of . . . — — Map (db m241545) HM
A four-time World Champion, five-time All-Star, and four-time Gold Glove Award winner, Williams retired as baseball's all-time leader with 80 postseason RBI.
His 1996 ALCS MVP performance against Baltimore propelled the Yankees to their . . . — — Map (db m254028) HM
William spent his entire career in pinstripes, from 1991-2006, placing in the franchise's top five in hits, doubles, at-bats, and walks. A four time World Champion, he retired as baseball's career leader in postseason RBI. He was a five-time . . . — — Map (db m253935) HM
The starting catcher on the championship Yankees teams of the 1930s and early 1940s. Bill is considered one of the greatest backstops of all time. He was an 11-time All-Star who caught more than 100 games in 13 consecutive seasons from 1929 - 1942. . . . — — Map (db m253963) HM
As a second baseman in the 1950s and a manager in the 1970s and 1980s, Billy played key roles in the building of the Yankees' winning tradition. There has never been a greater competitor than Billy. — — Map (db m253983) HM
For half a century he has welcomed generations of fans with his trademark greeting "Ladies and Gentleman, welcome to Yankee Stadium". His clear, concise and correct vocal style has announced the names of hundreds of players - both unfamiliar and . . . — — Map (db m18605) HM
Completed in 1937 under the supervision of the U.S. Treasury Architect Louis Simon, in accordance with the design of Thomas Harlan Ellett, the building was executed in a style that combines Classical simplicity with the sleekness of Modernism. It is . . . — — Map (db m183128) HM
As Yankees Manager from 1949 - 1960, the "Old Professor" was baseball's greatest and most colorful ambassador. Casey's success was extraordinary and his "Stengelese" was just as splendid. — — Map (db m253961) HM
With the spirit of eternal youth Yankee manager 1949 -1960 winning 10 pennants and 7 world championships including a record 5 consecutive 1949 - 1953 — — Map (db m196104) HM
New York Yankees
1930 - 1942
1945 - 1946
US Army Air Division
1943 - 1945
The Yankees' all time leader in wins by a right hand pitcher with 231. The only pitcher in franchise history to compile four consecutive 20 win seasons . . . — — Map (db m53804) HM WM
Known for his powerful bat and superlative defense at first base, Martinez was a fan favorite on four Yankees World Championship teams. Hit two of the most memorable home runs in Yankees postseason history a grand slam in Game 1 of the 1998 World . . . — — Map (db m254026) HM
Jeter is one of the most decorated players in franchise history, having set franchise records in career hits, games played, at-bats, doubles, and stolen bases. Named 1996 A.L. Rookie of the Year, he won both the All-Star game and the World Series . . . — — Map (db m253942) HM
As the cornerstone of five World Championship teams, Jeter was a leader on the field and in the clubhouse, setting an example for his teammates with his uncompromising desire for team success.
He retired with a franchise-best 3,465 hits . . . — — Map (db m253996) HM
"Donnie Baseball" was one of his era's outstanding hitters and ranks among the premier defensive players of all time. His dedication and leadership made him one of the most admired and respected players in the game and the foundation of Yankees . . . — — Map (db m253989) HM
American League batting champion 1984
American League MVP (145 RBI) 1985
Nine-time gold glove winner
Six-time American League All-Star
Set record for most grand slams in a season (6) 1987
Major League record for most home runs in seven . . . — — Map (db m18606) HM
Moulder of a tradition of victory under whose guidance the Yankees won fourteen American League pennants and ten World Championships and brought to this field some of the greatest baseball stars of all time. This memorial is a tribute from those who . . . — — Map (db m18607) HM
"A man of great gentleness and dignity" one of the all time Yankee greats. American League MVP in 1963 winner of two gold glove awards. A fitting leader to be the first black player to wear a Yankee uniform. "If, indeed, humility is a trademark . . . — — Map (db m196497) HM
Elson was a true gentleman. An outstanding Yankees catcher from 1955 - 1967, Ellie represents another great link in the team's tradition of great catchers. His contributions to the Yankees, on and off the field, cement his legacy of excellence. — — Map (db m253975) HM
New York Yankees principal owner
"The Boss"
1973 - 2010
Purchased the New York Yankees on January 3, 1973. A true visionary who changed the game of baseball forever, he was considered the most influential owner in all of sports. In his 37 . . . — — Map (db m196494) HM
The Heinrich Heine Fountain (also known as the Lorelei Fountain) honors the German poet, writer, and social dissident Heinrich Heine (1797-1856), whose poem Die Lorelei immortalized the mysterious creature of romantic legend.
Born in . . . — — Map (db m228750) HM
A man, a gentleman and a great ball player. Whose amazing record of 2130 consecutive games should stand for all time.
This memorial is a tribute from the Yankee players to their beloved captain and team mate July the Fourth 1941 — — Map (db m18411) HM
For God and Country
In honor of the boys of
High Bridge
who served their country
and in memory of those who
made the supreme sacrifice
1917 in the World War 1918
*** Killed in Action ***
Lieutenant Harold A. Andre . . . — — Map (db m155856) WM
From 1936 - 1951, Joe led the Yankees through their most dominant era. His excellence on the field propelled the Bombers to ten World Series. His graceful stroke was one of baseball's greatest pleasures. — — Map (db m253959) HM
Managed the Yankees to six A.L. pennants, four World Series titles from 1996 - 2007. A dignified leader, he amassed a 173-767-2 regular season record and 76-47 postseason mark, leading the Yankees to the playoffs in each of his 12 . . . — — Map (db m253995) HM
Posada played in 17 seasons with the Yankees, retiring among the franchise's top eight in games played, home runs, and doubles. A five-time All-Star, five-time Silver Slugger Award-winner, and a member of five World Championship teams, Posada shares . . . — — Map (db m253934) HM
A member of five World Championship teams and a five-time Silver Slugger Award-winner, Posada was a homegrown Yankee, playing all 17 of his Major League seasons in pinstripes.
Continuing the legacy of great Yankees catchers, he appeared in . . . — — Map (db m253998) HM
Recognized as baseballs greatest living player.
Lifetime batting average .325
Won MVP award 1939, 1941
Selected to All-Star Game 13 times
American League batting title 1939, 1940
Elected to Hall of Fame 1955
Set one of baseballs . . . — — Map (db m196552) HM
New York Yankees Manager, 1996-2007
World Champions, 1996, 1998-2000
A.L. Pennants, 1996, 1998-2000, 2001, 2003
His calm approach and dignified manner provided that foundation for one of the most successful eras in franchise history. . . . — — Map (db m254010) HM
One of baseball's most beloved and respected leaders
Led Yankees to 8 pennants and 7 world championships including 4 consecutive 1936 - 1939 compiling a .627 winning percentage — — Map (db m53791) HM
Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1972
"It ain't over 'til it's over"
Three time MVP 1951-54-55
Selected to A.L. All-Star Game 15 consecutive years
Hit most Home Runs by a Yankee catcher
Outstanding clutch hitter and World Series performer . . . — — Map (db m53805) HM
Lou was one of the most prolific Yankees hitters of all time. From 1923 - 1939, his skills and inner strength were things of beauty on the ballfield, earning him the nickname "The Iron Horse." — — Map (db m253955) HM
"Mo" is considered the greatest closer in baseball history. He spent his entire career in pinstripes from 1995 - 2013 and became the franchise leader in games pitched. Thriving under pressure, he amassed the most saves in postseason history. A . . . — — Map (db m253993) HM
A 13-time All-Star, five-time World Series champion and five-time American League Rolaids Relief Man of the Year Award winner, Rivera is considered the greatest closer in Major League Baseball history.
A lifetime Yankee, he retired as . . . — — Map (db m254031) HM
With his warm personality and signature greeting "Hello There Everybody", he shaped baseball broadcasting by charismatically bringing the excitement and drama of Yankees baseball to generations of fans. He made pet phrases such as "Going, Going, . . . — — Map (db m192134) HM
Called up in August 1964, Stottlemyre went 9-3 to lead the Yankees to their fifth consecutive AL Pennant, later starting three games in the seven-game Fall Classic that season.
An elite pitcher in his day, he played his entire career with . . . — — Map (db m254007) HM
536 Home Runs. Winner of Triple Crown 1956. Most World Series Home Runs 18. Selected to All Star team 20 times. Won MVP award 1956, 1957 - 1962, Elected to Hall of Fame 1974. A magnificent Yankee who left a legacy of unequaled courage. — — Map (db m18412) HM
The Mick was one of the best all-around players and one of the greatest switch-hitters in the history of baseball. From 1951 - 1968, he became the epitome of the modern Major Leaguer. — — Map (db m253960) HM
Manager of New York Yankees 1918 - 1929
Pennant winners 1921-22-23 1926-27-28
World Champions 1923 1927 and 1928
As a tribute to a splendid character who made priceless contributions to baseball and on the field brought glory to the New . . . — — Map (db m192131) HM
Nobel Peace Prize winner and global leader whose tireless efforts dismantled Apartheid in South Africa.
As President of his country, he would use South Africa's enthusiasm for sports as a unifying force for reconciliation.
On June 21, . . . — — Map (db m253948) HM
This insignia was originally struck on a medal of honor in 1877 by Tiffany & Co. for a New York City police officer shot in the line of duty. It is the first medal recognizing bravery given by the NYPD. In 1909, it was adopted by the New York . . . — — Map (db m253971) HM
An intense competitor and team leader, O'Neill was beloved for his relentless pursuit of perfection. In nine seasons with the Yankees, he won four World Series and made four All-Star teams. Compiling a .303 batting average with 185 home runs and 858 . . . — — Map (db m254027) HM
O'Neill's warrior persona galvanized the Yankees from 1993 to 2001. With a .303 batting average and 858 RBI during his time in the Bronx, the right fielder brought an intensity and reliability that helped lift the Yankees to four World Series . . . — — Map (db m253945) HM
From 1941 - 1956, "The Scooter" was the Yankees catalyst, leading them to nine World Series with his outstanding talent and enthusiasm. Following his playing career he became a beloved member of the club's broadcast booth for four decades. — — Map (db m253982) HM
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