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Central Park (Encore)

Everything Everywhere Daily

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The Birth of Central Park: A Historical Overview

This chapter explores the historical significance of the 1811 Commissioner's Plan that shaped Manhattan's grid and the advocacy for urban green spaces, leading to the creation of Central Park. It discusses key figures involved, the location selection process, the displacement of Seneca Village residents, and the design contest that culminated in Olmsted and Vox's Greensward Plan.

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